What an LLC Can Mean to Real Estate Agents

For real estate agents, setting up an LLC is absolutely essential in forming a real estate business. The majority of real estate agents work as self-employed, independent contractors; even those agents who work for brokerages operate in a similar capacity, filing 1099 forms for their tax returns. Independent contractors usually have more freedom and a greater earning…

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Rideshare Driver? Cover Your Assets with an LLC

If you’re driving for Uber or Lyft, this might be the first time you’ve taken on the responsibilities of self-employment, including reporting business earnings on your income tax return. Ridesharing is a bit different than other businesses, and you have a few options for how you report that income—you can use a Schedule C, or…

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Which Business Entity is Right for You?

Have you been dreaming about starting your own business? Congratulations! But now what? There is a lot to think about when establishing your new business. One of the first steps for many entrepreneurs is setting up their business entity—whether you’re a rideshare driver, a real estate professional, or a graphic designer, setting up your business…

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Advice from the Experts: What You Need to Know to Found an LLC

Compared to other business models, forming an LLC is generally the least intensive option; it’s affordable, there’s limited paperwork, and the barriers to entry are low. That being said, plenty of things can still go wrong. Before you dive into the LLC process, be aware of these common mistakes—and talk to a few experienced founders.…

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5 Fundamentals of Limited Liability Corporations

A Limited Liability Company (“LLC”) is a hybrid business entity which contains elements of a partnership and a corporation. LLCs consist of members and managers. An LLC may provide tremendous benefits for its members, which include asset protection, intergenerational transfers, tax saving strategies, wealth preservation, flexible management structures, and clarity on the roles of all…

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Pros and Cons of Entity Formation for Independent Contractors

One of the first and most important decisions independent contractors make is how to structure their business. The IRS offers a number of different legal business structures independent contractors can form under. Each of these types of entity formation have specific pros and cons that independent contractors should consider. Sole Proprietorship Whether they’re an athlete or a…

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Basics of Business Structure: Choosing the Right Entity for Your Biz

So you’re starting your own business and contemplating which business structure to give it. One way to make this determination is to think about the relationship you want to have with your business partners, investors, employees, vendors and, perhaps most importantly, customers (or clients). Here are some basics to help you make that decision, depending…

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Types of Business Entities and How They Work

If you’re starting your own business, or even if you’ve been in business for a while, you may be wondering what your options are for structuring your company. There are a number of types of business entities, each of which works in different ways. Choosing the right one for your company may be the single…

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What Entity is Right for You and Your Business?

Starting your own business can be both challenging and rewarding. You want to make sure you get off on the right foot by choosing the type of entity that’s right for you and your business. To help you make the best possible choice, here are some factors to consider along with which business entity might…

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Sole Proprietor vs LLC: 7 Things You Need to Know

When you first make the decision to go into business for yourself, it’s an exciting moment. You’re probably not thinking about all the logistics and little business decisions you’ll have to make along the way. It’s a moment for celebration, not for practical planning—but very quickly, reality hits. As a business owner, you have responsibilities,…

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