Jane Haskins, Esq.
Jane has written hundreds of articles aimed at educating the public about the legal system, especially the legal aspects of starting and running a small business. She has more than 20 years of experience as a practicing attorney, focusing on helping small business owners with startup and contract issues. View her work on LinkedIn.
More From This Author
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How to Form a Single-Member LLC (SMLLC)
If you’re the sole owner of your business, a single member LLC can help protect you from liability for business obligations. Learn more about the advantages of a single-member LLC and how to set one up.
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How Fast Can I Get an LLC?
Forming an LLC is easy, but some states take longer than others to process new LLC filings. Here’s what you need to know to get your LLC up and running in your state as quickly as possible.
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How Do I Add Another Owner to My LLC?
The process is straightforward, so long as you understand the consequences of adding an owner to your business.
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Can You Switch from an LLC to a Corporation?
Changing an LLC to an S-Corporation may offer tax and business advantages. It's also possible to file differently without changing entities.
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Can I Name My Wife or Husband as LLC Registered Agent?
To form a limited liability company, you’ll need to choose someone to act as your registered agent. Can you choose your wife or husband? Legally, the answer is often yes, but your spouse may not be the best choice. Find out why.
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Can I Have More than One LLC?
Owning multiple LLCs can make sense in certain situations, but will require extra paperwork.
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Can an LLC Be Taxed as an S Corporation?
An LLC can be taxed as an S corporation, but an S corp isn't always a good choice. Learn the tax options available to LLCs and the advantages and disadvantages of electing to be taxed as an S corp.
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Advantages of an LLC
Here are six of the reasons that limited liability companies have become a popular choice for small businesses.
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Can an LLC File a DBA and Still Do Business Under the LLC Name?
In most states, if an LLC does business under any name other than its official LLC name, it must register a fictitious business name, or DBA. Find out more about LLC names and DBAs.
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How to Place Property in an LLC
Whether you own rental property or are setting up a new business, you may want to transfer some of your personal assets to an LLC to pull out equity for liability protection.
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