Business Formation
There's more than one way to set up a business officially. Learn the differences between business types so you can pick the one that's right for you.
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What Does the Secretary of State Do?
If you’re starting a business you’ve likely heard of the Secretary of State. What is the Secretary of State? Why is the office so important to business formation? Find out how this government office helps you start a business.
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Simple Steps to Start a Business
Work through this checklist, and you'll have a solid foundation for building your business.
· 5 min read
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How Are Profits Split in an LLC?
LLCs offer a great advantage in addition to ease of formation and personal protections: flexible pass-through profit distribution.
· 3 min read
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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. Learn about the advantages of a single-member LLC and how to set one up.
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Why You Shouldn't Form an LLC Outside of Your Home State
Forming an LLC outside of your home state often creates more headaches than it cures.
· 4 min read
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Why Do Film Companies Form an LLC for a Movie?
For most independent filmmakers, forming an LLC is the best choice for their movie production companies since it mitigates liability, defines governance, and, most importantly, gets people paid.
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What Is the Owner of an LLC Called?
You aren’t required to use any particular title, but you do need to make sure that the title you choose is appropriate and doesn’t mislead anyone.
· 3 min read
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What Is an LLC and How Does It Work?
An LLC offers great advantages to a budding business. From personal protection, flexible pass-through profit distribution and so much more!
· 3 min read
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What Facebook’s CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s Donation Teaches Us About LLCs
Facebook founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg pledged to give away 99 percent of his wealth. However, instead of allocating it to charity, he decided to start an LLC. Why didn’t he just donate it?
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What Does It Mean to Be an LLC?
An LLC formation limits your personal liability and legally separates you from your business.
· 4 min read
