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  • Registering a trademark
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  • How can I start business on H1 visa?
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  • How much tax is paid on exit by a Delaware company?
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  • How can I make a patent of my innovation that is internationally accepted?
    Patents I would like to sell my invention internationally. What are the steps necessary to do so? Would I need the help of a company who finances patent ap...
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  • Consequences of converting an S-Corp to a C-Corp
    Business formation I'm trying to decide whether to to incorporate my company as a C-Corp or an S-Corp. I've got a very successful iOS app bringing in substantial reve...
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