Business Planning

How to Start a Business in Montana (2024): Strategies, Financing, and Legal Insights

By Tanko Law Montana / June 30, 2024 November 21, 2024

In the world of entrepreneurship, where the landscape is ever-evolving and competition is fierce, the saying “fail to plan, plan to fail” has never been more fitting.   Turning a vision into a viable business in Montana demands more than just a great idea—it requires rigorous planning, financial savvy, and the right legal structure. Here’s how …

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The Ultimate Guide to Inherited 401(k)s

By Tanko Law Montana / July 7, 2023 July 18, 2023

So, you find out that you are inheriting a 401(k). This is great news! The questions now are: what do you do with it? How can you pay the minimum taxes on what was amount left to you? Are there going to be any penalties for taking any of the money out of that account …

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What Role Does An Attorney Play In Forming A LLC?

By Tanko Law Montana / December 20, 2022 November 21, 2024

You’ve made the decision to move forward with your business and form an LLC. Lucky for you, doing so seems so easy! A brief Google search returns a plethora of DIY products and services to help you get your new LLC off the ground. You’re on your way! Actually, forming an LLC isn’t quite as …

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Top 11 Tips for Creating an Effective Business Plan

By Tanko Law Montana / May 15, 2019 July 26, 2024

Oftentimes when starting a business, new entrepreneurs overlook one of the most important documents they will create which is their business plan. Business plans serve dual purposes; first, they provide a roadmap for a new business owner to monitor their progress against their goals, and they can help when you are seeking financial backing. To …

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The New Tax Laws: A KGEZ Interview with Tanko Law

By Tanko Law Montana / March 15, 2018 December 21, 2022

KGEZ recently interviewed attorney Brian Tanko of Tanko Law regarding the new tax laws. Listen to that interview below, or continue reading to learn more.   The new tax laws are very confusing to a lot of people. If you listen to one side of the argument, it’s the apocalyptic end of all things. If …

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Protect Your Loved One from Elder Fraud

By Tanko Law Montana / March 9, 2017 July 29, 2024

The further we get into the digital information age, it seems, the more opportunities there are for unscrupulous individuals to take advantage of innocent people. Elders are particularly at risk for these schemes and scams, as they haven’t grown up with the technology of the day and tend to be more trusting and less suspicious …

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