How to Start a Calligraphy Business (Legal & Financial Setup)

The Shinah Show

I’m de-mystifying the legal & financial steps to officially setup your calligraphy or art business.

“I promise, by the end of this episode, this stuff will feel less overwhelming and more DOABLE.” - Shinah

If you’ve ever dreamed of making money with your art, but this scary logistical stuff is what’s stopping you, grab a notepad ‘cause we’re getting into the nitty gritty!

LEGAL SETUP

1. Choosing a Business Name
2. Deciding on a Legal Structure: Sole Proprietorship v. LLC v. S-Corp
3. Evaluating permits using my “Top-Down” System

FINANCIAL SETUP

1. Separating business & personal finances
2. Tracking & Invoicing Software
3. Bare Minimum Contracts
4. Business Insurance - General and “Day Of”
5. Sales Tax Considerations

Read a BLOG version of this podcast right here.
OTHER RESOURCES

• EPISODE 52: The Easiest Way to Start a Business - If you are BRAND-NEW and want to start with a more casual "Beginner Business”
• Contract Template for Calligraphers
• Path to a $79K Calligraphy Biz FREE GUIDE

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