Lesson 2: Legal & Tax Considerations
Duration: 30 minutes
Goal: Understand legal and tax requirements
Legal Considerations
1. Business Structure
Sole Proprietorship: Simple, no protection LLC: Protection, still simple Corporation: Advanced, more protection
Recommendation: LLC for protection
2. Contracts
When Needed:
- Brand deals
- Team members
- Partnerships
- Services
Action: Use templates or hire lawyer
3. Intellectual Property
Protect:
- Your content
- Brand name
- Logos
- Products
Action: Understand your rights
Tax Considerations
1. Track Income
What to Track:
- All revenue streams
- AdSense
- Affiliates
- Products
- Brand deals
Action: Track monthly
2. Track Expenses
What to Track:
- Syllaby.io subscription
- Equipment
- Software
- Team costs
- Business expenses
Action: Track all business expenses
3. Quarterly Taxes
When: If earning $1,000+/quarter
Action: Set aside 25-30% for taxes
Pro Tips
- Consult professional = proper setup
- Track everything = easier taxes
- Set aside taxes = no surprises
- Understand requirements = compliance
Action Items
- [ ] Consult tax professional
- [ ] Set up tracking system
- [ ] Understand requirements
- [ ] Set aside for taxes
- [ ] Keep records
Key Takeaways
- Legal structure = protection
- Track income/expenses = easier taxes
- Set aside taxes = no surprises
- Consult professional = proper setup
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