Jake Lawson By Jake Lawson, LLC Formation Strategist After forming 200+ Arkansas LLCs and testing every major formation service, I’ll give you the straight story: most LLC services are selling you basic paperwork filing for premium prices. But if you’re launching a business in the Natural State—whether you’re opening a food truck in Little Rock or a … Read more
By Jake Lawson, LLC Formation Strategist After personally testing 15+ LLC formation services with real Alaska filings and helping over 120 Alaska entrepreneurs launch their businesses, I’m going to cut through the marketing noise and tell you exactly which services are worth your money—and which ones to avoid. The bottom line upfront: ZenBusiness offers the … Read more
By Jake Lawson, LLC Formation Strategist Looking for the best LLC formation service in Alabama? I’ve personally tested every major provider, formed dozens of Alabama LLCs, and dealt with the aftermath when things go wrong. Here’s the truth: most formation services will get your paperwork filed, but the differences lie in customer service, hidden fees, … Read more
By Jake Lawson, LLC Formation Strategist After testing 20+ registered agent services over 15 years and helping 1,200+ entrepreneurs choose the right one, I’ll cut straight to the chase: most registered agent services are overpriced middlemen selling you basic mail forwarding. But a few companies actually deliver value. I’ve personally used these services, called their … Read more
Jake Lawson here. New Mexico is an entrepreneur’s paradise in many ways—stunning landscapes, growing tech sector, business-friendly regulations. But when it comes to sole proprietorships, the Land of Enchantment can quickly become the Land of Financial Exposure. In my 15+ years helping entrepreneurs launch businesses, I’ve seen too many New Mexico sole proprietors learn this … Read more
By Jake Lawson, LLC Formation Strategist Let me be blunt: I’ve helped over 200 Michigan entrepreneurs choose their business structure, and I almost never recommend general partnerships. Here’s why—and what you should do instead. The short version: General partnerships offer zero asset protection while requiring nearly as much paperwork as an LLC. For just $50 … Read more
By Jake Lawson, LLC Formation Strategist Let me cut straight to the chase: if you’re considering forming a general partnership in Mississippi, I’m going to try to talk you out of it. After helping over 1,200 entrepreneurs structure their businesses across all 50 states, I’ve seen the headaches, legal nightmares, and financial disasters that general … Read more
By Jake Lawson, LLC Formation Strategist Here’s the situation: You’re choosing between two legal service giants for your LLC formation, and honestly, it feels like picking between a $15 airport sandwich and a $12 gas station burrito—both will technically feed you, but neither is what you’d really want. After testing both Nolo and LegalZoom extensively … Read more
Quick reality check: California LLCs come with that infamous $800 annual tax—yes, even if you make zero dollars. But don’t let that scare you off. For California-based businesses, it’s still often your best option. After 15 years of helping entrepreneurs navigate California’s LLC landscape, I’ve heard every question imaginable. Let me cut through the confusion … Read more
By Jake Lawson, LLC Formation Strategist Starting a sole proprietorship in Michigan? Let me be blunt: it’s the easiest business structure to launch, but that doesn’t make it the smartest choice for most entrepreneurs. Here’s the reality after helping over 1,200 business owners navigate Michigan’s business landscape: sole proprietorships offer simplicity at the cost of … Read more