Jake Lawson I’ll be brutally honest: MyCorporation is one of the most disappointing formation companies I’ve reviewed, and it’s not even close. Despite being around since the early 2000s and claiming to have formed over 1 million companies, MyCorporation has a fundamental honesty problem that makes me uncomfortable recommending them to any entrepreneur. Bottom line up front: … Read more
By Jake Lawson, LLC Formation Strategist After 15 years of helping entrepreneurs navigate LLC formation services, I’ve tested dozens of companies—including BizFilings. While they’ve been around since 1996 and formed over 500,000 businesses, being established doesn’t automatically make them the best choice for your money. BizFilings is now owned by Wolters Kluwer, a multinational compliance … Read more
Let me cut straight to the chase: Rocket Lawyer isn’t terrible for LLC formation, but they’re trying to be everything to everyone—and that approach rarely works well for focused business needs. After testing Rocket Lawyer’s services multiple times over the past five years and helping over 200 entrepreneurs navigate their platform, I’ve got some strong … Read more
Jake Lawson here. After 15+ years helping entrepreneurs navigate business transitions, I’ve guided hundreds through the sole proprietorship to LLC conversion process. Here’s the truth: it’s not technically a “conversion” at all—it’s more like closing one business and opening another. Let me walk you through exactly what this means and why it’s often more complex … Read more
By Jake Lawson, LLC Formation Strategist & Tax Advisor Thinking about launching a sole proprietorship in Florida? Before you dive into the Sunshine State’s business waters, let me share some crucial insights from 15 years of helping entrepreneurs navigate this decision across all 50 states. Florida presents an interesting paradox for sole proprietors—no state income … Read more
Jake Lawson here. Mississippi holds a unique spot in my business formation experience—it’s one of the most affordable states to form an LLC ($50 filing fee), yet I still see entrepreneurs choosing sole proprietorships and exposing themselves to unlimited personal liability. After 15+ years helping Magnolia State entrepreneurs, let me share why this decision often … Read more
By Jake Lawson, LLC Formation Strategist & Tax Advisor Thinking about launching a sole proprietorship in Minnesota? Before you commit to that path, let me share some hard-earned insights from 15 years of helping entrepreneurs navigate this decision in the Land of 10,000 Lakes. Minnesota presents some unique challenges for sole proprietors—LLC formation costs $155, … Read more
South Dakota folks, I’m going to give it to you straight: while the Mount Rushmore State makes sole proprietorships incredibly easy and cheap to start, they’re still a dangerous way to run a business—even in business-friendly South Dakota. After 15 years helping entrepreneurs across the Great Plains, I’ve learned that South Dakota’s low costs and … Read more
Jake Lawson here. Nebraska holds an interesting place in my business formation experience—it’s where I’ve seen some of the most straightforward entrepreneurs choose the most complex path without realizing it. The Cornhusker State makes sole proprietorships easy to start, but if you want to use a business name, you’re in for a surprise. Let me … Read more
Oregon entrepreneurs, I need to be upfront with you: while the Beaver State makes sole proprietorships incredibly easy to start, they’re also one of the most dangerous ways to run a business in a state known for its litigious environment and high property values. After 15 years helping Pacific Northwest business owners, I’ve watched too … Read more