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When North Carolina entrepreneurs form a business, most of the early focus goes to the entity type: LLC or corporation. That is a reasonable starting point, but it is only part of the picture. Equally important, and often far less understood, is how your business will be taxed.

As we gather around tables this Thanksgiving week, I find myself reflecting on what I'm most grateful for in my practice—and it starts and ends with people. To My Clients: Thank You for Your Trust Running a business takes courage. Whether you're launching your first venture, growing an established company, or navigating unexpected challenges, you're doing something remarkable. Thank you for trusting me to be part of your journey. Your mom-and-pop shops, family businesses, and

Here are the essential tasks every small business owner should complete before December 31st to ensure a strong start to 2026.