Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Misuse Of NDAs Among Religious Organizations
When you think of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), you may think of employers in technical fields using them to protect trade secrets. However, these documents are broad-reaching and are being used for a variety of purposes. The religion field is especially known for NDAs, using them to abuse others and keep it a secret. Well… Read More »
Country Star Sued For Copyright Infringement
Songwriters often have a huge task by creating songs that sound like no other. Unless a person knows every song ever created (all 97 million of them), it’s likely that they will somehow copy another song in some way. Perhaps the lyrics or harmony will be similar. Maybe certain notes or structure will sound… Read More »
How To Succeed In Business Based On Your Personality
No matter what you read, it seems as though extroverts have it easy. They can make new friends quickly and seem to be richer and more successful in life because they know how to talk. Introverts, on the other hand, are often seen as weird and antisocial. They constantly get asked questions such as… Read More »
Can A Virtual Company Become A Franchise?
To deal with the pandemic, many companies are creating online companies. These virtual businesses come with fewer startup costs, but what happens when they want to expand? Can they become franchises like brick and mortar brands? Many of these companies are food-related brands designed to augment the offerings of restaurant operators. These virtual restaurants… Read More »
How To Prevent Contractor Fraud
Fraud has become rampant in recent years, especially since the COVID pandemic. People are looking for ways to make money, even resorting to illegal means to do so. Many homeowners are losing money through contractor fraud. This is when contractors get money upfront for a project and never complete the work. A lot of… Read More »
Affordable Franchises For Older Entrepreneurs
For those who want their own business but need a lot of support, a franchise is a great option. Franchises allow you to be your own boss but without all the stress of coming up with a product or service. When you think of franchises, you may think of fast food restaurants such as… Read More »
How Commercial Real Estate Will Be Affected In The Future
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected virtually every part of the economy since it made its way to the United States 18 months ago. While residential real estate has seen explosive activity this year, commercial real estate has been a little slow to take off. With more and more Americans getting vaccinated, some businesses are… Read More »
Separating Personal And Business Expenses As A Sole Proprietor
When people start new businesses and have no employees, they often choose a sole proprietorship as their business type. Being a sole proprietor has its benefits. This business entity is easy to set up. Plus, it’s not very expensive to get up and running quickly. You also have complete control over all your business… Read More »
Why You Should Consider Multi-Factor Authentication For Business Transactions
Scammers will try to take advantage of people through various means and one of the easiest ways to do so is online. Hackers have ways to steal addresses, credit card numbers, Social Security numbers and other personal information that customers input online while filling out forms and making purchases. If you have a business… Read More »
Electric Vehicles Could Lead To Commercial Real Estate Opportunities
Electric vehicles have become all the rage in recent years. Tesla, Nissan, Chevrolet and other auto manufacturers are creating cars that are solely battery-powered — no gas required. However, these vehicles require frequent charging, which creates a minor inconvenience, especially since charging stations are not as common as gas stations. That could change soon,… Read More »