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Limited liability company (LLC).
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Whether you're ready to form or still deciding, we've got your back.
These costs are often tax-deductible.
Protect yourself
Ensure you're not on the hook for business liabilities.
Make things easier
LLCs have simpler record-keeping rules. Corporations are stricter.
Save on taxes
You get to decide how you're taxed—as an LLC or a corporation—for potential savings.
Forming a Limited Liability Company (LLC)
Protecting Yourself From Personal Liability in California
Incorporation is not the right option for every small business. If your business is exposed to frequent risks, forming a Limited Liability Company (LLC) may be the better choice for you. An LLC can protect your personal assets and reduce your tax liability.
Choosing an LLC Instead of Incorporation
Some businesses have unavoidable risks. Unfortunately, sole proprietorships or general partnerships do not provide the owners any protection from personal liability. Just because your business has built-in risk does not mean that you should put your personal assets on the line. An LLC keeps you separated from the liability of your business.
LLCs offer tremendous advantages by their flexibility as an alternative structure to corporations. With an LLC, the members will establish the management structure through the operating agreement.
LLC & Real Estate Holdings
There are many details involved with forming an LLC. We will take care of everything for you, including verifying that the name you have chosen for your business is available. We will prepare and file all of the necessary customized documents.
For real estate owners, the LLC is an excellent choice to title their rental or commercial property into for liability protection and tax treatment.
The entire process can be completed over the phone. There is no need to drive to an attorney’s office and take time out of your busy day.
Continuing Legal Advice
I provide complete business formation services. Whether it is a day later or a year down the road, I will help you with your LLC. If you ever have any questions regarding your LLC, I will be available to answer your questions and address your concerns for free.
Corporation (C Corp, S Corp)
Why start a corporation?
Attract investors
Raise funds by appealing to investors who may prefer corporations for their ability to offer stock.
Entice employees
Win over—and keep—top talent by giving them shares.
Look more official
Corporations have more clout—which can make it easier to do business with other companies.
Forming the Right Corporate Entity in California
Some business models, such as General Partnerships and Sole Proprietorships, leave business owners open to personal liability. Forming a corporation can provide the protection you need and significantly reduce your taxes.
Choosing the right entity can reduce your taxes, protect your personal assets and give you peace of mind.
Certain corporations – such as S corporations, C corporations and professional corporations – have better tax benefits, while others offer more complete personal liability protection. I will help you choose the right entity for you and create your new corporation.
Complete Corporation
We will take care of all of the leg work for you, such as checking with the California Secretary of State to make sure that the name you have chosen for your business is available. We will prepare and customize everything you need for your corporation, including:
Name availability
Articles
Bylaws
Shareholder minutes
Director minutes
Corporate resolutions
Stock journal ledger
Stock certificates
Corporate binder book
Forms and instructions for future shareholders and board of directors meetings
Employer identification numbers (EIN) forms & instructions
Issue corporate stock pursuant to the California corporation codes
Provide forms & instructions for S Tax Election
We understand that business owners are often very busy so the whole process of incorporation can be taken care of remotely.
Continuing Legal Services
I provide complete incorporation services. If you ever have any questions regarding your corporate formation, I will be available to answer your questions and address your concerns for free. Whether it is a day later or a year down the road, I will help you with your corporation.
Doing business as (DBA)
Legally required
It's a must if you don't plan on using your legal name or official company name to do business.
Set up a business bank account
With it, you can open a checking or savings account in your DBAs name.
Allows you to expand easily
Use a new business name without the hassle of starting a brand new LLC or corporation.
Sole proprietorship
Some challenges you might face as a sole proprietor Greater liability
As a sole proprietor, you're personally liable if the business gets sued or incurs debts.
Taxes
Sole proprietors must report business profits as personal income, and pay self-employment tax.
Difficulties raising capital
It's harder to attract investors because you have no partners, shares, or membership interests.