Tag: Patent Basics

Getting a patent costs money. For startups, solo inventors, and small teams, every dollar counts. That’s why the US Patent Office gives discounts. If you qualify as a small entity or micro entity, you can save a lot. We’re talking thousands of dollars. But most founders have no idea this is even an option. And…

You’re building something. It’s smart. It’s valuable. Maybe it’s software, maybe it’s hardware, maybe it’s something in between. But one thing’s for sure—you don’t want someone else stealing your edge. That’s why you’re thinking about a patent. Starting with a Simple Idea Isn’t Free Why Business Strategy Must Come Before Filing For many businesses, the…

If you’re building something valuable—a product, a platform, a new way of doing things—you probably know you should protect it. A patent can give you that protection. It gives you the right to stop others from copying your invention. It helps investors trust you. It helps you win in the market. What You’re Really Paying…

When you’re building something new—something that could change your industry or your company’s future—it’s only natural to think about protecting it. But if you’ve started looking into patents, you’ve probably run into a wall of questions. One of the biggest? Should you file a lot of narrow patents or go after fewer, broader ones? What…

Let’s be real. You’re not building your startup to become a tax expert. You’re here to build something game-changing. But along the way, you hit a wall—costs pile up, especially around protecting what you’re building. One big question founders ask: can you deduct the cost of getting a patent? What Is a Business Expense, Anyway?…

You’re building something. Maybe it’s software. Maybe it’s a hardware product. Maybe it’s a game-changing AI model. Whatever it is, it’s yours—and it’s valuable. But here’s the thing most founders don’t hear enough: if you don’t protect it, someone else will try to own it. And that can slow you down or shut you down…

You got a patent or you’re thinking about getting one. That’s a big move. But here’s something most founders and builders forget about: patents need to be kept alive. They don’t just sit there on your shelf. You have to keep paying to keep them active. What Happens After You Get a Patent The Patent…

If you’re building something big—something global—you’ve probably heard that protecting your idea in just one country isn’t enough. You may have also come across something called the PCT, or Patent Cooperation Treaty. Sounds complicated, right? It doesn’t have to be. What the PCT Actually Is (And Why It Exists) Built for businesses thinking beyond borders…

You got a patent. That’s a big win. It means your invention, your time, your effort—it’s all protected. But what happens when someone steals your idea? What happens when a bigger company starts using your tech without asking? What Really Happens When You Enforce a Patent You don’t just send a letter and win Enforcing…

Let’s keep this simple. You’ve built something new. It’s smart. It’s different. It solves a real problem. And now, you want to protect it. You’ve heard about patents. You know they matter. But there’s one big thing in the way—cost. Why early-stage startups can’t treat IP like an afterthought The cost of waiting is almost…