Business Law Author

Julian Styles

Julian Styles is a business law attorney with expertise in banking and finance law, international trade law, and commercial transactions. He has advised numerous financial institutions and corporations on complex deals and regulatory matters.

Credentials

J.D., University of California, Berkeley, M.B.A. in Finance

12+ yearsBanking and Finance LawInternational Trade Law

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Articles by Julian Styles

Is an IRA a Defined Contribution Plan? Key DifferencesWhy Do I Owe Additional Medicare Tax? Key CausesIs a Duty a Tax? How Duties and Taxes DifferWhat Is the 3.8% Net Investment Income Tax (NIIT)?How to Work for Yourself: Business Setup and TaxesAre Cashier's Checks Traceable by Banks and the IRS?What Are Consolidated Financial Statements: Key ComponentsWhen to Start Saving for College: 529 Plans and DeadlinesIs It a Conflict of Interest? What the Law SaysWhat Does Minority Owner Mean? Rights and ProtectionsWhat Is a Write-Off in Business? Deductions ExplainedWhat Is Tax-Free Income? Types and ExamplesHow to Get a Certificate of Origin: Steps and RequirementsIs LLC Credit Separate From Personal Credit? Not AlwaysWhat Is Statutory Accounting for Insurance Companies?What Is Form 1125-A? Cost of Goods Sold ExplainedCan I Pay My 401k Loan Off Early? No Prepayment PenaltyWhat Is the Equity Method of Accounting and How It WorksHow to Start a Nonprofit in NJ: Filing and Tax ExemptionsDo You Have to Be PCI Compliant? Who Must ComplyWhat Is Equity Vesting? Schedules, Types, and Tax RulesWhat Is the Principal Business Code on Schedule C?Is an LLC an S Corp or C Corp? Legal vs. Tax StatusDoes Savings Include a 401k? When It Does and Doesn'tWhat Is an NFT Business? Models, Laws, and TaxesWhere to Get an LLC: State Agency, Service, or AttorneyHow to Buy Gold with Cash: IRS Rules and ReportingWhat Happens to Suspended Passive Losses When You Sell?How Do Startup Stock Options Work: Vesting, Taxes & RisksIs a FEIN the Same as a Tax ID Number? EIN vs. TIN