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When Family Conflict Becomes a Business Nightmare Some of the greatest risks to a family business will never appear on a balance sheet. They begin quietly. A decision keeps getting postponed. One family member carries more responsibility than the oth… Read More

Should You Divide a Family Business Equally Among Your Children? The decision that feels fairest to a parent can sometimes create the deepest conflict in a family business. Many founders approach succession planning with one heartfelt goal: “I want… Read More

Is your capital structure working against you? Before you pursue investors, financing, or an exit, check out these tips from Nancy Stabell. Read More

Build a stronger company today by identifying the issues that can derail future deals. Read More

Is Your AI Use Putting Your Business at Risk? If you’ve ever used AI to think through a business decision or draft something sensitive, there’s a new legal development you need to be aware of. In United States v. Heppner (February 2026), a federa… Read More

Shutdown Slowdown: How to Keep Your SBA Deal on Track As the federal government shutdown continues, small business owners and entrepreneurs pursuing SBA loan financing are facing a wave of uncertainty. With SBA loan processing and approvals temporari… Read More

Received a Cease and Desist Letter? 5 Steps to Protect Yourself Receiving a cease and desist letter can be unsettling, especially if it’s unexpected. This formal notice, often sent by an individual, business, or their attorney, demands that the rec… Read More

The Last Word — FinCEN’s Latest BOI Rule On March 21, 2025, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) issued an interim final rule significantly narrowing the scope of Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting under the Corporate T… Read More