LLC Essentials
Core concepts every LLC owner needs to understand: documents and agents.
Articles of Organization: What They Are and What They Include
Learn about the Articles of Organization, the official document that creates your LLC with the state.
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Operating Agreement: Why Every LLC Needs One
Understand why an Operating Agreement is essential, what it should contain, and how to create one for your LLC.
10 min read
Registered Agent: What It Is and Why You Need One
Learn what a registered agent does, whether you need a service, and how to choose the right one for your LLC.
6 min read
Choosing a Business Name for Your LLC
Guidelines for selecting an LLC name, checking availability, and understanding naming requirements.
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What is a Registered Agent? Requirements and Options
A registered agent receives legal and government documents for your LLC. The requirements, DIY vs professional service, and how to change agents.
8 min read
Business Insurance for LLCs: Types, Costs, and What You Need
The types of business insurance for LLCs, including general liability, professional liability, workers comp, and cyber insurance, with typical costs.
11 min read
Member-Managed vs Manager-Managed LLC: Which to Choose
Your operating agreement must say whether your LLC is member-managed or manager-managed. The difference, the pros and cons, and which fits your business.
8 min read
Single-Member vs Multi-Member LLC Operating Agreements
Single-member and multi-member LLCs need different operating agreement provisions. What each must cover, from ownership and profit splits to buy-sell terms.
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How to Amend an LLC Operating Agreement
Business changed? Learn when and how to amend your LLC operating agreement, from adding members to changing ownership or management, and how to keep it valid.
7 min read
How to Change Your LLC's Registered Agent
Switching registered agents is straightforward. When to change, the step-by-step process, the state filing, and how to avoid a lapse in good standing.
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