I Can’t Afford to do Everything at Once!
That’s a real concern, and I hear it all the time from inventors, especially early on.
You’ve got a strong idea, sometimes even something built, and then suddenly the list shows up in your...
Your Last Name as Trademark?
Using Your Last Name as a Trademark
Let’s say you start a business and decide to use your last name. It feels personal. It feels honest. In many ways, it feels like the most natural choice you could make.
I Don’t Have Any Investors Yet
No Investors Yet? You’re Not Alone
“I don’t have any investors yet.”
That sentence comes up a lot in early inventor conversations. It’s usually said with a mix of doubt and frustration, like the idea is already behind...
Can You Trademark Your Name?
Using Your Last Name as a Trademark
You’re thinking about starting a business and using your last name as the brand. It feels natural. It’s yours, after all. It carries identity, family history, maybe even reputation.
But when...
The Filing Fees Alone Are Too High
The Cost Feels Like Too Much
“The filing fees alone are too much.”
I hear that all the time, and I don’t brush it off. It’s a real concern.
When people first look at patent...