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Is an LLC a good choice for a software startup?
added by anon Mar 25 '14 at 17:40
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Would this be better suited to the Software Recommendations site? – Liath May 29 '14 at 8:43
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If I want to sell my startup, how should I act? Contact possible candidates privately or public my intention?
added by Tasos Mar 22 '14 at 17:16
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How can I estimate where a specific product is situated in its "cycle of life"?
added by DataSmarter Feb 9 '14 at 0:35
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When is it appropriate to add another service/product to your company so that you do not prematurely have too many services/products?
added by Daniel May 11 '14 at 20:30
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Can you copyright/protect your business model in [country]?
added by theinsaneone, edited by Donaudampfschifffreizeitfahrt Mar 5 '14 at 12:50
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Please rephrase the question ... ideas cannot be patented. Perhaps the question should read: What are some of the ways a business can protect its intellectual property and the pros and cons. – ErstwhileIII Feb 9 '14 at 14:02
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What I need to present to **business angels**?
added by marcocs Mar 11 '14 at 20:59
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Are collaborative workspaces like Geekdom helpful for getting started?
added by anon Mar 25 '14 at 18:05
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What's Mom testing?
added by Vijay Dhama Apr 16 '14 at 11:28
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Perhaps you need to add a comment to actually say what it is to help voters judge whether it's on topic? – Liath May 29 '14 at 8:37
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Can a majority shareholder (VC) exit, selling their shares, but leaving other shareholders with pre-IPO shares?
added by Ska Apr 18 '14 at 23:30
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What are the most common errors people do when starting new business?
added by DataSmarter Feb 9 '14 at 0:31
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This question would likely be too broad. – Philipp Feb 14 '14 at 15:14
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These types of list questions do not work well in the SE Format. It is asking for a potentially infinite list of pitfalls. These types of questions work better on forums than they do on SE. – Chad Feb 21 '14 at 18:31
There is such a thing called "community wikis". – Dan the Man Apr 24 '14 at 2:16
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As IT startup registered in [country X], can I provide IT consultance to clients in [country Y], without registering daughter company there?
added by Donaudampfschifffreizeitfahrt Mar 4 '14 at 8:55
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As a startup registered on [Cyprus] can I use company cars in [Germany] without registering them there?
added by Donaudampfschifffreizeitfahrt Mar 4 '14 at 8:56
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I'm a citizen of [Germany], my startup is registered on [Cyprus]. If my startup pays my holidays as benefit, must I tax that in [Germany]?
added by Donaudampfschifffreizeitfahrt Mar 4 '14 at 8:58
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As EU-Citizen [of country], what do I need to do to register a company in [country e.g. Cyprus]
added by Donaudampfschifffreizeitfahrt Mar 4 '14 at 9:00
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In which EU coutry registering a limited liability company requires the lowest share capital?
added by Donaudampfschifffreizeitfahrt Mar 4 '14 at 9:02
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What are things to be finalized before starting [company] in [country] jointly with my friend?
added by Nish, edited by Donaudampfschifffreizeitfahrt Mar 5 '14 at 12:50
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Should I create a product for my clients or make an interesting project for some investors?
added by marcocs Mar 11 '14 at 21:11
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Can you create a LLC with the name being "Company Name Inc"? Can have Inc in your company name.
added by Arian Mar 17 '14 at 23:20
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What are the minimum requirements for a start-up to be quoted @ OTC / Pink Sheets. Can it be done on a shoestring budget.
added by Knuckle-Dragger Mar 27 '14 at 6:22
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What clauses do we need in our by-laws to comply with the rules of IRS form 1023 while applying for initial 501c3 status.
added by Knuckle-Dragger Mar 27 '14 at 6:35
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If my corporation was dissolved in 200x and I re-open it by filing with the secretary of state, will I need to apply for a new FEIN from the IRS
added by Knuckle-Dragger Mar 27 '14 at 8:37
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Do I have to wait 1 year to estimate the LTV of a customer?
added by AlanChavez Mar 27 '14 at 21:29
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Is it fair to say that if all users renewed their subscription at the end of the billing cycle, I have 0% churn rate?
added by AlanChavez Mar 27 '14 at 21:30
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Why documentation of Business Plan is more important for an startup?
added by Kousik Roy Apr 18 '14 at 20:05
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What are the "Must Do" factors for your Business Plan?
added by will Apr 27 '14 at 1:01
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How do you decide when your concept is mature enough to a minimal viable product?
added by Liath May 29 '14 at 8:40
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Is my LLC required to have a registered agent? What happens if I don't have one?
added by connor May 30 '14 at 3:40
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What statistics are available for the saturation of [x] market?
added by Kyle Challis Mar 27 '14 at 15:41
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When is the right time to incorporate a business idea?
added by Dean Young Apr 3 '14 at 20:30
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In the US, what is the best state in which to incorporate a business?
added by Dean Young Apr 3 '14 at 20:49
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What are the "Must Do" factors for your Marketing Plan?
added by will Apr 26 '14 at 12:59
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What are the biggest cons in founding a start-up at 50/50 with your best friend and future business partner?
added by jdero May 14 '14 at 8:27
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What is the best way to raise capital?
added by Coder404 Feb 17 '14 at 22:24
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This question cannot be answered in general, as it largely depends on the specific situation. There is no "best way" for all cases. – Marcus Bitzl May 19 '14 at 16:14
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I got an employee who has vital skills but seems to be lazy. How can I motivate him?
added by Philipp Mar 10 '14 at 11:15
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I think this question would be primarily opinion based – AlanChavez Mar 14 '14 at 17:19
Also, this is more of a HR/leadership question. – Delicia Brummitt Mar 20 '14 at 21:01
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This question would fit better in workplace.stackexchange.com, as this could be a problem for all companies, not only startups. – Marcus Bitzl May 19 '14 at 16:12
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What type of startup events I should attend? (like seminars and speakings)
added by Tasos Mar 22 '14 at 17:17
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When choosing a company name, should I go for something that sounds cool or something that describes my company?
added by DonyorM Apr 21 '14 at 9:06
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-1 Opinion based. – Dan the Man Apr 24 '14 at 2:17
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