Jake Lawson Jake Lawson here. If you’re a solo entrepreneur, freelancer, or small business owner, you’ve probably heard that forming a single-member LLC is a smart move. After helping over 1,200 entrepreneurs structure their businesses, I can tell you that single-member LLCs are indeed the most popular business structure in America—and for good reason. Let me walk … Read more
By Jake Lawson, LLC Formation Strategist Starting a business with partners? A multi-member LLC is probably your best bet for combining liability protection with operational flexibility. But after helping 1,200+ entrepreneurs navigate partnership structures over 15+ years, I’ve learned that most people don’t understand the critical decisions they’re making upfront. The wrong choices in multi-member … Read more
By Jake Lawson, LLC Formation Strategist The difference between an LLC organizer and an LLC member is one of the most misunderstood concepts in business formation. After helping over 1,200 entrepreneurs navigate this confusion, I can tell you that 90% of people overthink what should be a simple distinction. Here’s the bottom line: The organizer … Read more
Jake Lawson here. One of the first questions I get from every entrepreneur is: “How much will this actually cost me?” Fair question. LLC formation fees range from $40 in Kentucky to $520 in Massachusetts, but that’s just the beginning. After helping over 1,200 business owners navigate these costs, I can tell you the real … Read more
Jake Lawson here. Before we dive into the Nevada business formation process, let me address the elephant in the room: Nevada isn’t the “magical business state” that some websites make it out to be. If you don’t live or operate in Nevada, you’re probably better off forming your business in your home state. But if … Read more
By Jake Lawson, LLC Formation Strategist The Articles of Organization is the document that officially creates your LLC. After helping over 1,200 entrepreneurs file these documents, I can tell you that most people overthink what should be a straightforward process. Here’s the reality: Articles of Organization are simpler than you think, but getting them wrong … Read more
Jake Lawson here. I can’t tell you how many confused calls I get about LLC titles. “Am I a manager or a managing member? Can I call myself CEO? What’s the difference between a member and a manager?” After helping over 1,200 entrepreneurs navigate these distinctions, I can tell you it’s simpler than it sounds—once … Read more
By Jake Lawson, LLC Formation Strategist LLC formation comes with enough confusing terminology to make your head spin. Two terms that consistently puzzle new business owners: registered agent and organizer. After guiding 1,200+ entrepreneurs through LLC formation, I’ve learned that understanding these roles upfront prevents confusion later. More importantly, knowing your options can save you … Read more
Jake Lawson here. In my 15+ years helping entrepreneurs form LLCs, I’ve noticed that “LLC member” is one of those terms that sounds more complicated than it actually is. Let me cut through the jargon and explain exactly what being an LLC member means, what rights you have, and what responsibilities come with ownership. LLC … Read more
By Jake Lawson, LLC Formation Strategist The member-managed vs. manager-managed decision trips up more entrepreneurs than almost any other LLC topic. After helping over 1,200 businesses set up their management structures, I can tell you that 90% of people overthink this choice. Here’s the bottom line upfront: Most small businesses should choose member-managed. It’s simpler, … Read more