Episode 54: So, You Want to Start a Business

by Financial Design Studio, Inc. / October 30, 2024

What do you need to know before taking a hobby full time or launching a start up? In this episode, we break down the finances for those who want to start a business. From finding funding, to deductions and distributions, and tax implications, we share our expertise as planners and experience as business owners.

Take a listen right here, or head over to your favorite steaming platform!

Key Moments

2:34 Why we started our businesses

8:47 Should you take your passion full time?

16:36 How will you fund your business?

23:10 Your personal finances in the early days

26:50 Where to get funding for your business

35:21 Should you grow your salary or reinvest in the business?

42:35 Should you take a salary or a distribution?

47:41 What about the regular employee benefits?

1:01:36 What are your businesses tax liabilities?

1:08:16 Rules of thumb for running a business

Links If You Want to Start a Business

Watch our YouTube playlist for business owners!

Learn more about separating your business and your personal finances here!

Reach out to us at podcast@financialdesignstudio.com if you have questions!

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