Has anyone successfully performed do-it-yourself LLC formation in New York (NYC)? Personal experiences with any kits or (especially) free templates that are out there? [more inside]
posted by meeotch on Sep 16, 2009 - 9 answers

I am looking for a good accountant in the Milwaukee, WI area. I am starting a two-person LLC, any tips on either what to look for in an accountant or know of good ones in the area?
posted by thebestsophist on Jul 16, 2009 - 1 answer

Advice on forming a mostly online-based LLC while not having a stable physical location? [more inside]
posted by Poleris on May 12, 2009 - 8 answers

How do I prepare myself for freelancing with regard to taxes? [more inside]
posted by the matching mole on Apr 18, 2009 - 10 answers

Taxfilter: I'm a partner in a Pennsylvania LLC. I filed final returns for both state and federal last year but never got around to dissolving the LLC. Do I have to file again this year? [more inside]
posted by Brennus on Apr 15, 2009 - 1 answer

I have to start up an LLC or S-Corp. How do I begin this process? Also, if you have experience with a good accountant in NYC who is familiar with this process, care to pass a recommendation? [more inside]
posted by helios410 on Apr 13, 2009 - 7 answers

I have some personal IP and I don't want the large corporation I'm about to be employed by to own it, what are my options? [more inside]
posted by Quazie on Mar 23, 2009 - 11 answers

TaxFilter: Any reason not to file IRS form 8832 for my LLC to be treated as a corp? Need to decide soon. [more inside]
posted by ellenaim on Mar 15, 2009 - 5 answers

I am preparing for my first business. Its a pedal-powered smoothie stand for my local farmers market. I'd like to allow customers to pedal their own smoothies while protecting myself from lawsuits (ex: customer sprains ankle while stepping off bike, or has a heart attack). [more inside]
posted by LC on Feb 22, 2009 - 24 answers

Small mobile development start up looking for advice on becoming an LLC and paying freelacers. [more inside]
posted by drkrdglo on Jan 30, 2009 - 5 answers

I'm looking to start an LLC in the near future (as I'd like to start doing web development as a part-time business beyond my day job); considering that my taxes are about to get a bit more complicated, I'd like to find a decent small-business accountant in the Chicago area. Any suggestions? [more inside]
posted by korpios on Jan 18, 2009 - 6 answers

LLC d/b/a BBQ. Let's say I incorporate as "cavalierisawesome lol LLC". I then make a business card that says "Bob's Consulting". When I do business, the bills are settled to "cavalierisawesome lol llc". Can I market or advertise my services in a name separate from my incorporated name? [more inside]
posted by cavalier on Jan 5, 2009 - 5 answers

Experiencing turning a sole proprietorship into an LLC in California? [more inside]
posted by supermedusa on Aug 20, 2008 - 2 answers

What would you recommend be considered when applying to work for an LLC (as opposed to a corporation)? [more inside]
posted by doriangray on Jul 29, 2008 - 8 answers

Doing business in foreign country... Should I LLC it in U.S.? Other CPA questions. [more inside]
posted by curiousleo on Jul 11, 2008 - 2 answers

Is it true that if you have a business in New Hampshire or Nevada, there are less (or no) taxes than in California. Are other states like this, if so, which ones? Share your experience or direct me to a succinct, layperson site to understanding this. Thanks.
posted by healthyliving on May 21, 2008 - 8 answers

TurboTaxFilter: Trying to figure out where to enter "Nonresident's share of net tax paid by the manager of the partnership" for a North Carolina return using TurboxTax 2007 Home & Business [more inside]
posted by doomtop on Apr 13, 2008 - 2 answers

Can two LLCs work together on a joint venture without forming a third? [more inside]
posted by mehum on Apr 7, 2008 - 4 answers

What are the implications of buying an existing LLC in Massachusetts? [more inside]
posted by pikaboy202 on Jan 17, 2008 - 4 answers

Can you recommend an accountant in Austin? [more inside]
posted by medpt on Dec 11, 2007 - 2 answers

I am looking for a person/firm in southeastern Michigan who will do a great job preparing my personal income taxes (including small business expenses) AND file an LLC for me. [more inside]
posted by Eringatang on Dec 1, 2007 - 1 answer

Help me make this LLC fair when it comes to income distribution... [more inside]
posted by docpops on Nov 19, 2007 - 13 answers

I'm going to register my company as an LLC. My next question is where? Which US state is the best for this? [more inside]
posted by mateuslee on Oct 9, 2007 - 4 answers

Starting a company (LLC) in a State different than my own? [more inside]
posted by stance on Jul 12, 2007 - 4 answers

My wife owns a home health care business with some other nurses and she says that because it's a LLC, our home, 401k, and other personal assets are safe from being used in a judgement. Is it that simple? My wife who's been an RN for many years, has never even had nurses liability insurance (and still doesn't) so I'm not sure if she understands what her personal risks are as a nurse.
posted by qsysopr on Jun 16, 2007 - 7 answers

LLC, S-corp or continue as a sole proprietor? [more inside]
posted by photoslob on Apr 3, 2007 - 19 answers

Can someone recommend a small business lawyer in the NYC area? Also, in your opinion, which would be better for me an S Corporation or an LLC? [more inside]
posted by milarepa on Apr 2, 2007 - 4 answers

I'm going to be opening a restaurant soon, and I want to provide health insurance to our employees. Will my health and pre-existing conditions be a factor in the type of insurance and rates that we can get? [more inside]
posted by saffry on Mar 1, 2007 - 4 answers

A friend and I, and possibly others, are interested in pooling resources to buy a nice Seattle home as an investment and to live in (for now). Any experience/tips/quasi-legal advice on creating a small real estate trust or corporation to do this? [more inside]
posted by hincandenza on Feb 9, 2007 - 4 answers

can someone form an LLC specifically and solely based on another individual's work/product -- without telling/consulting them? A *LOT*-- [more inside]
posted by msshe on Jan 18, 2007 - 27 answers

Real Estate Investment group. So I've been asked to take part in a real estate investment llc, and want to know what types of questions I should be asking. What I'd really like is some examples of other groups/companies and how they're set up and ran. [more inside]
posted by striker on Nov 1, 2006 - 1 answer

I'm trying to make my new web project legal in California. After reading through the Nolo press book(s), we thought that perhaps the LLC was the best corporate structure (we are going to issue stock and give the primary developer a portion in lieu of payment). While the Federal government taxes LLCs like sole proprietorships - you aren't taxed unless you make profit, and I don't see our profit outpacing our costs for a year - the State of California charges an LLC "tax" (really a fee) of $800, due almost immediately after your incorporation paperwork goes through, so... [more inside]
posted by luriete on Sep 8, 2006 - 9 answers

Attn: New York Accountants! What is the minimum annual tax that a one person LLC (Limited Liability Corporation) must pay in New York? [more inside]
posted by HarryS on Aug 9, 2006 - 2 answers

Implications of an LLC? [more inside]
posted by fogster on Jul 22, 2006 - 6 answers

I have an LLC that I never expected would start making money, and (yay!) now it is. What is the best way to get the money out of the LLC and into my pocket? [more inside]
posted by dhammala on Aug 7, 2005 - 8 answers

How would I find out information about an LLC registered in New York State? Ideally, I'd like summaries of accounts, names of directors, etc. [more inside]
posted by humuhumu on Jul 5, 2005 - 5 answers

Is there an online service that can help me set up a new company (either as a GP or LLC) and get Federal and State Tax ID's quickly? [more inside] [more inside]
posted by Tommy Gnosis on Feb 11, 2005 - 15 answers

I'm looking at nolo press' site for info on LLCs, and the simple ~$300 method of creating one online at corporation.com, but I seem to recall reading somewhere that LLCs incorporated in Delaware and Nevada are the only ones that are tax-free when money goes into them -- that money going into another state's LLC does get taxed, and when money goes into your personal bank account it gets taxed in both cases. So aside from Delaware and Nevada, money going into an LLC would be taxed twice. Is that correct? Are there any drawbacks to making a Delaware or Nevada LLC as opposed to your home state?
posted by mathowie on Oct 26, 2004 - 14 answers

I am thinking of forming my own company. Not just for tax purposes but to prevent myself from being sued for work that I have done for a client. I primarly do web programming but like all branch out and do some other work. I am just now starting to look into an LLC or Inc. Where does one start with this and does anyone have any experience setting one up? Also what are the benefits of an LLC vs an Inc?
posted by thebwit on Sep 13, 2004 - 13 answers

If one has a business that is registered as an LLC (with no partners-- just the one person) and if: the business location (office) is in one state, the owner lives in another state and most of the business (or clients) are in a third state in which state is state income tax due-- where the office is, the owner's residence or where the clients are?
posted by limitedpie on Aug 24, 2004 - 3 answers

Business Owners: What have you seen as the various benefits/pros/cons of a Sole Proprietorship vs. an LLC. When considering starting a small personal retail space, which would you advise to use?
posted by BrodieShadeTree on Feb 10, 2004 - 17 answers