Business Formation: LLCs & Corporations
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Before you decide how you want to structure your business, read what your options are.
Which is better? There's no right answer to this question but some general principles may be helpful.
The rules for your state on how to convert a corporation or S corporation to an LLC.
Learn the rules for your state on this type of business entity conversion.
Learn the main features of an LLC and why this type of business entity has become so popular.
Find out what you need to do to form an LLC in any state -- everything from choosing a name to filing your articles of organization.
Learn the unique features of a corporation and what it takes to properly own and run a corporation.
A detailed overview of everything you need to do to form a corporation in any state
Sole proprietorship is the simplest and often the best choice when you are starting out. Find out what it means to be a sole proprietor.
Learn about pass-through taxation and the unique tax issues for sole proprietors.
Understand what it means to have a partnership and when this type of business structure might make sense.
Everything you need to know to form a partnership in any state.
Find out what you need to do to properly secure this valuable asset.
Articles and resources on federal, state, and local start-up requirements for small businesses.
From insurance to accounting to taxes, learn what you need to do to start a business.
Here's an overview of important legal and financial considerations if you're thinking of opening a restaurant.
Articles and FAQs on the issues unique to home businesses, including the home office deduction, zoning issues, and home business insurance.
Make sure you understand the basic legal issues involved with opening a child care business in California.
Articles and information on how to write a winning business plan and other advice for start-up entrepreneurs.
Learn all you need to know about contracts -- from Contracts 101 to negotiating the best terms.
Learn how to minimize your losses and understand your options-- from strategies for keeping costs down to figuring out whether bankruptcy might be the right choice for your business.
Use LLC or Corporation to choose the right form for your business.
Form Your Own Limited Liability Company
Form Your Own Limited Liability Company provides you with the instructions and forms you need to create an LLC in your state.
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