The HBS Blog offers insight on Delaware corporations and LLCs as well as information about entrepreneurship, startups, cryptocurrency, venture capitalism and general business topics.

Small Businesses – Deciding Between External and In-House Legal Counsel By
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Consider your options for legal counsel as a small business. Learn about the most common reasons to pursue part-time vs. full-time general counsel... Read More
The Donor-Advised Fund – A Charitable Option on Sale of a Business By
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Donor-advised funds offer immediate charitable tax benefits for founders selling a business. Explore how DAFs work, fees, and the IRS regulations... Read More
New Regulations for Delaware Registered Agents By
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Recent amendments require Delaware registered agents to maintain a physical in-state office, eliminating virtual and mail-forwarding-only services... Read More
Pooled Employer Employee Benefit Plans Continue to Grow in Popularity By
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Pooled employer plans (PEPs) help small and mid-sized companies offer affordable, compliant 401(k) benefits. Read about these employer plans today... Read More
Delaware and the SEC – Recent Diverging Policies on Mandatory Arbitration By
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Delaware and the SEC are at odds over mandatory arbitration agreements. Learn how the 2025 changes reshape corporate governance and IPO strategy... Read More
Book Review: Making It Big: Lessons from a Life in Business by Femi Otedola By
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Making It Big is a memoir and guide by Femi Otedola, detailing his journey and findings as a successful business owner. Read our book review today... Read More
The Delaware Series LLC is Gaining Popularity By
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Delaware series LLCs are growing in popularity. Learn about the differences between protected series and registered series LLCs, then form one online today... Read More
How to Close Your Delaware Company By
Are you closing your Delaware LLC or corporation? Do it by Dec. 31st! By filing your cancellation or dissolution by the end of the year, you’ll avoid having to pay the next year's franchise tax... Read More
2025 Delaware Annual Report Now Requires “Nature of Business” By
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Starting in 2025, Delaware Annual Report filings must include a “Nature of Business” description. Learn more about this change and then file online today.v.. Read More
Stuck With a Tie-Breaker Manager in an LLC By
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When a vote is split amongst LLC leadership, an LLC deadlock provision offers a solution via a tie-breaker manager. Learn more about the role & their removal... Read More