This course is an introduction to the different types of legal entities that are appropriate for structuring and starting a new business. Tax and liability issues are covered, along with basic elements of a contract, collections, licenses, registrations, employment and property issues, leasing and insurance. It is designed to guide prospective business owners in setting up the organizational structure that will help protect them from unnecessary legal challenges. Presented by SBDC West Michigan and Curt Rypma of Schenk, Boncher & Rypma, P.C. No cost! To register, please go to https://clients.sbdcmichigan.org/workshop.aspx?ekey=70370076 or call SBDC West Michigan at 616-331-7370.