LLC: Lessons Learned in Colorado
Often, what causes one industry to suffer has a positive effect on another industry. It could be a take on the “when a door closes, a window opens” philosophy of change. Take this weather pattern which has settled over Colorado this winter. Drought in the mountains and 60 degree days in Denver, and depending on whether you like to hike,...
Now for the good stuff: Affiliate Nexus Tax and Colorado Small Business
Take heed Colorado online small businesses: know and understand affiliate nexus tax and its implications for your online LLC, C Corp or S Corp. The Fine Print This tax requires out-of-state retailers that advertise through a Colorado based Internet marketing “affiliate” to collect and remit Colorado sales tax. As an example, Colorado-based Invisible Shoes which makes huarache-style running sandals, had...
Pay It Forward Colorado
Generous Colorado LLCs and corporations give back to their communities in many ways, such as through charitable donations and time. The Feb. 20th Denver Business Journal has a nice article on how Colorado small businesses can help local non-profits and charities. Denver’s own Community First Foundation reports that $12.4 million was raised for over 925 local non-profits during its annual...
Business Strategic Planning: The View From The Mountain Top
The strategic plan is an ever-evolving  tool that can keep your Colorado small business steady when the winds of chance decide to kick up some disturbance. Creating a strategic plan is important not only to guide business direction and keep you competitive against challengers,  but also to act as a focal point to return to if you find your business...