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Have you Heard of the OBBB?
July 30, 2025 The One Big Beautiful Bill Act’s Impact on American Business Owners. By: Melissa Fish, Esq. “ A big business starts small...

Melissa Fish
Jul 302 min read


What to Know Before Buying a Business
Understanding Asset vs. Stock Purchases in Private Acquisitions
Before you buy or sell a business, it’s crucial to understand how the deal structure impacts risk, taxes, and control. In this video, I break down the key differences between asset and stock purchases — including what gets transferred, how liabilities are handled, and why buyers often favor asset deals for flexibility and protection.
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Melissa Fish
Jul 243 min read


The Corporate Maintenance Checklist.
There are certain critical tasks that corporations should be perform in order to stay in good standing with federal & states authorities.

Melissa Fish
Jun 7, 20243 min read


Are you Ready for January 1, 2024?
October 16, 2023 The Sweeping New Reporting Rules of the Corporate Transparency Act. By: Melissa Balocca, Esq. “For small businesses, you...

Melissa Fish
Oct 13, 20232 min read


How to Seal the Deal in Today's M&A Market
February 14, 2023 All You Need is Love: Seal the Deal in Today’s M&A Market. By: Melissa Balocca, Esq. “With this ring-binder, I thee...

Melissa Fish
Feb 14, 20232 min read


The Corporate Cleanup Checklist.
November 25, 2022 Naughty or Nice? The Corporate Cleanup Checklist. By: Melissa Balocca, Esq. “If you want to make an easy job seem...

Melissa Fish
Nov 25, 20224 min read


How to Start a Successful Business
August 9, 2022 How to Start a Successful Business: A Lawyer’s Perspective By: Melissa Balocca, Esq. “In the end, a vision without the...

Melissa Fish
Aug 9, 20224 min read



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Mar 28, 20220 min read


ACQUIRING A COMPANY FOR BUSINESS GROWTH
This article outlines key legal matters to consider when planning for a strategic acquisition.

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Mar 28, 20222 min read



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Mar 28, 20220 min read


Minority Shareholder Squeeze-Outs
CENTENO LAW FIRM Ventura | Los Angeles A Full-Service Business Law Firm Underlying Causes for Minority Shareholder Squeeze-Outs A...

Melissa Fish
Mar 28, 20223 min read


Top Legal Issues Business Owners Fail to Cover
CENTENO LAW FIRM Ventura | Los Angeles A Full-Service Business Law Firm Top Legal Issues Business Owners Fail to Cover Do you own a...

Melissa Fish
Mar 28, 20222 min read
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