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Trademarks: Safeguard Your Business Identity
When you start a business, you are creating more than just a product or service. You’re building trust. That trust lives in your name, your logo, and the feeling people get when they recognize and interact with your business. That’s your brand. The value of your business lies in that brand, and trademarks protect that…
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Misunderstood Moments: Seattle-Area Youth Advocacy
Nazzaro Law is honored to help amplify Misunderstood Moments, a youth-led storytelling program by the nonprofit Lens of Youth, across Sammamish, Issaquah, and the greater Seattle area. Misunderstood Moments, pairs real IDD stories with original artwork to turn misunderstanding into compassion-and invites the community to pledge inclusion. Pledge to give hope. Stand for compassion. Across…
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Washington Passes Largest Tax Increase in State History: What This Means for Your Business
Washington recently approved sweeping changes to its Business & Occupation (B&O) tax system through House Bill 2081. These changes are being called the largest tax increase in state history, and they will impact nearly every business in some way. Whether you run a boutique marketing firm or manage a large statewide retail operation, these new…
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Nazzaro Law Named a 2025 Comcast RISE Recipient
We’re excited to share that Nazzaro Law was selected for Comcast RISE-part of a King County cohort of small businesses receiving a comprehensive support package this year. Comcast announced 500 recipients across five U.S. regions, including 100 here in King County. What is Comcast RISE? Comcast RISE is a national initiative that fuels small…
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Washington Expands Sales Tax to Services
ESSB 5814 which comes into effect on October 1st, 2025, will significantly expand Washington’s retail sales tax to cover a range of services that were previously exempt from sales taxes. This statewide expansion of the retail sales tax means that businesses now must comply with retail sales tax at the county and city level as…
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Choosing Between LLC, Corporation, or Sole Proprietorship
If you’re thinking about starting a business, or already have one, you’re probably wondering what legal structure is best. Should you keep it simple with a sole proprietorship? Do you need the protection of an LLC? Or maybe your big goals make a corporation the smarter path? Let’s break this all down in a way…
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How to Set Up an LLC in 5 Straightforward Steps
One of the most common ways to start a small business is by forming what’s called an LLC, or Limited Liability Company. It’s a popular choice because it gives business owners legal protection without all the complicated rules that come with a full corporation. This guide will walk you through what an LLC is and…
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How to Start a Business in 10 Simple Steps
You’ve got the idea. Maybe even the name. You can picture the website, the customers, maybe even your first sale. But how do you actually start a business? What do you need to do first, and what can wait? Turning your idea into a real business might sound overwhelming, but it’s more attainable than you…
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