Category Archives: IRS

13 Ways Direct Sellers can avoid the Dreadful Audit

Posted on February 16, 2017 by Charity

The deadline is nearly here. It’s tax season! Are you’re overjoyed or pulling your hair out? Regardless of your perspective, nothing could rain on your parade more than being audited. You probably do your best to remain inconspicuous, which is … Continue reading →

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PRWeb (PR) – MLMLegal.com Presents the E-Newsletter: MLM News Global – April 15, 2016

Posted on April 19, 2016 by Charity

Welcome to the Newsletter: MLM News Global, an industry e-newsletter originating from one of the most trusted and respected direct selling websites, MLMLegal.com. Portland, Oregon (PRWEB)April 15, 2016 MLM News Global newsletter offers recent news, videos, company profiles, and timely … Continue reading →

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prweb (4/14/16) – Renovation of MLMLegal.com- Come Visit the New and Improved Website

Posted on April 14, 2016 by Charity

MLMLegal.com is Upgraded: Easy-to-Use Navigation Bars, Stylized Images, Organized Landing Pages for Articles, Videos, & MLM Legal Portland, Oregon (PRWEB)April 14, 2016 Come visit the new and improved MLMLegal.com! This is the first major renovation of MLMLegal.com. MLMLegal.com’s new face … Continue reading →

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Press Release: Starting and Running the MLM – A Deep Focus Conference – Las Vegas, Nevada – May 20, 2016

Posted on March 24, 2016 by Charity

MLMLegal.com and Babener & Associates Announce the 72nd National Starting and Running the Successful MLM Company Conference. This one-day, deep focus event has limited seating so register today. (PRWEB)March 24, 2016 The Starting and Running the Successful MLM Company conference … Continue reading →

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What do Startup Companies Think about Long Term Professional Relationships? Watch the Video!

Posted on March 8, 2016 by Charity

MLMLegal.com and Babener & Associates have had long term professional relationships with many direct selling companies, from startup to stable. We were involved in early stages of a number of leading MLM companies, including some traded on the NYSE. We … Continue reading →

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New Video: Why Do I Need an Experienced Network Marketing Attorney?

Posted on April 28, 2015 by Charity

An experienced and seasoned direct sales attorney can be the single most valuable resource that a MLM company can ever utilize. Look for a professional who has represented leading direct selling companies as well as startup companies. As industry experts, … Continue reading →

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Are you ready to start your MLM company in 2015? Watch this motivational video: Since You Are a MLM Attorney, Why Would You Host the MLM Startup Conference for the Executives of Startup and Existing Companies?

Posted on April 9, 2015 by Charity

We have hosted more than 70 national conferences on starting and running a direct selling, network marketing, MLM or party plan company. We host the original MLM Startup Company that many try to imitate. We have started and advised many … Continue reading →

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What do Startup Companies Think about Long Term Professional Relationships?

Posted on June 27, 2014 by Charity

MLMLegal.com and Babener & Associates have been with many network marketing companies from the very beginning, from startup to stable. We were involved in early stages of a number of leading MLM companies, including some traded on the New York … Continue reading →

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Only Two Weeks Left Until the Starting and Running the Successful MLM Company Conference

Posted on October 10, 2013 by Charity

There are only two weeks left to register for the MLM Startup Conference for Executives of Startup and Existing Direct Selling Companies. This is the 65th annual, two-day conference, featuring industry experts and invaluable tools for the MLM startup entrepreneur. … Continue reading →