Best businesses for E-2 visa approval: 8 Top Picks 2026
You are ready to enter the U.S. market, but one question keeps controlling the entire E-2 strategy: what business gives you the strongest approval path? For many investors from treaty countries, including Canada, the answer is not the cheapest business or the trendiest one. It is the business that best proves real operations, active ownership, […]
Master E-2 Visa Business Plan Requirements
A strong E-2 filing often turns on one document: the business plan. If you are a founder in Toronto, Ottawa, or elsewhere in a treaty country and you are preparing to expand into the U.S., the plan is where your business story meets immigration scrutiny. At Mayo Law, we see that many investors come to […]
A Guide to Stock Purchase Agreements for 2026
When you're buying or selling a business, the Stock Purchase Agreement (SPA) is the single most important document in the entire transaction. It’s the legal blueprint that dictates every term of the deal. For entrepreneurs navigating a company sale or an acquisition, especially across the U.S.-Canada border, getting this agreement right is non-negotiable. At Mayo […]
Shareholders’ Agreements: 12 Clauses That Prevent Founder Wars
A shareholders’ agreement is the backbone of a multi-owner company, setting the stage for smooth operations by defining decision-making authority, ownership, and exit strategies. By addressing issues like equity vesting and board composition early on, companies can avoid slow-motion litigation and ensure governance remains robust.
Why Founder Vesting is Your “Prenup” for Business
On day one, equity splits feel like a formality. Everyone is excited, the vision is clear, and the vibes are high. But reality has a habit of intervening. Founders burn out, roles shift, or a pivot creates a rift in the team. Especially when the startup doesn’t scale fast enough to support its founders, and […]
U.S. Business Structures: What You Need to Know
Choosing the right legal structure is a crucial first step. This article breaks down the pros, cons, tax treatment, and investor suitability of sole proprietorships, partnerships, LLCs, and corporations—so you can make smart decisions from day one.