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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Can You Hire Employees in an LLC?
When your one-person LLC gets big enough to need employees, you may have to update how it's taxed. If you understand your options, it's a simple process.
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Can You Change a Sole Proprietorship to an LLC?
LLCs offer more protection, tax benefits, and other advantages that make them worth considering as business 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.
· 4 min read
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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 I Form an LLC While Employed or Working at Another Job?
If an LLC, or Limited Liability Company, seems like the ideal vehicle for your side business, you may be wondering if you can form an LLC while employed at another job.
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Can an S Corporation Be a Member of an LLC?
Because an S corporation must follow IRS rules—and an LLC, state laws—cross-ownership can be confusing. But it's possible in the right circumstances.
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Can an S Corp. Own an LLC?
Given the differences between S corporations and LLCs, there may be some situations where it might be beneficial to have an S corporation own an LLC. Is this possible?
· 3 min read
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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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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.
· 11 min read
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Can a Revocable Trust Be a Sole Member of an LLC?
To pass your property on to beneficiaries cost-effectively when you die, consider combining a revocable trust with an LLC. It's surprisingly simple.
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