Thinking about starting a business but not sure where to begin financially? In this episode of Financial Cents from National Bank of Arizona, we sit down with Mario Aniles from Aniles & Co. CPA Firm to outline five essential financial steps every new entrepreneur must take to avoid costly mistakes and build a strong foundation for success.

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What you will learn:

✅ How to choose the right legal entity (LLC, S-Corp) for your business ✅ The critical importance of separating your personal and business finances ✅ How to understand startup costs and avoid underestimating your budget ✅ Common tax mistakes that catch new owners by surprise (like sales tax!) ✅ Why aligning with a CPA and a banker from day one is a game-changer

📈 Whether you’re about to launch or just have an idea, this episode provides a clear roadmap for setting up your business's finances for long-term growth.

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Disclosure:

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