✅ How to Easily Start an LLC in 2024 (Simple Checklist) ✅

Wondering how to start an LLC? Look no further as this comprehensive tutorial walks you through every step of the process from research, formation and maintaining your LLC.
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TABLE OF CONTETS
0:00 Intro
0:22 Ultimate LLC formation guide
1:08 Ask AI how to form your LLC
1:45 The LLC Dumpster fire
3:32 State site vs LLC services
4:47 Business attorney
5:04 Decide on a business name
5:41 Availability of business names
6:11 Register your LLC name
7:27 Articles of Organization
10:05 File the Articles of Organization
11:21 Assign a Registered Agent
11:31 Operating Agreement
12:32 Setup an EIN Number
13:14 Business licenses
14:41 What an LLC does for you?
17:10 Top 5 LLC online services
18:24 Associated fees involved
21:08 State website issues
23:35 Business Attorney
27:10 Maintain your LLC
30:20 Best tool for your LLC
32:06 Bonuses
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For those that don't want to get the Notion doc here's the checklist:
*Before LLC Formation*
☐ Decide which route you go (State Site / LLC Services / Attorney )
☐ Decide on a business name for your LLC
☐ Search availability of your business name - bizbuddy.com/l...
*Form your LLC*
☐ Get your LLC setup - State Directory
☐ Register your LLC name - See Comment
☐ Write your Articles of Organization - bizbuddy.com/l...
☐ File your Articles of Organization with the Secretary of State (requires a fee)
☐ Assign a Registered Agent
☐ Create and sign an LLC Operating Agreement
*After LLC Formation*
☐ Setup an EIN - www.irs.gov/bu...
☐ Obtain business licenses and permits for your LLC - www.sba.gov/bu...
☐ Federal government
☐ State government
☐ Local government
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Disclaimer- I am not an attorney or a CPA, just a small business owner who has researched this information thoroughly while setting up my own LLC (S-Corp now). This is meant as educational information but now legal advice in any way. If you need legal advice please consult with your attorney and CPA on the best fit for your needs.

[@CyberRican]

Definitely earned a sub from me for being so transparent with your content and affiliate links

[@lwisniewski8273]

The only thing I didn't take away with was, if the state I live in is different than the state I earn my money in, which state do I register my LLC? Thank you VERY much for this video, I love that you break it down for us.

[@Nekluvs2smile]

Thank you so much for this video! It was so helpful, and you explained things very well. I'm more of a reading & visual learner so including the visuals with text was perfect! I got my free LLC Checklist as well, so thank you for that too! Greatly appreciated 💕.

[@CreativelyChallenged]

"I appreciate your help. I don't have much knowledge about LLCs. My daughter is planning to get an LLC for her barber business, and I am thinking of starting an Etsy shop to sell handmade items, t-shirts, mugs, tumblers, etc. Your advice has given me some idea of what to consider while making a decision."

[@bizbud]

Thanks for the thoughtful comment. I appreciate it and best of luck with the businesses.

[@MrCoral821]

Hey Buddy, Thanks. Very good video, one of the best I found in this llc area. question: Is is good checklist for non USA residents too? Can you share more details about it?

[@rubenrios1516]

One of the more thorough videos I've watched, thank you

[@bizbud]

Dude. First time anyone has ever given me a tip thanks. So kind of you. I really appreciate that. Made my night.

[@frederickmai]

Awesome content. Huge work behind it!

[@Jessica-hm8yw]

Great video!

[@ChicagoViews]

Biz Buddy this was a very beautiful video thank you so very much😊

[@bizbud]

Thank you!

[@lifeofyanique381]

Thank you for this video, would I need an operating agreement if I’m a single member LLC ? Can I add it later? If yes how late can I add this after creating the LLC … I will be creating an LLC for Real Estate investing (buying Land & Tax Deed)

[@bizbud]

Thanks. The only states that require an LLC operating agreement are California, Delaware, Maine, Missouri and New York. So if you’re not in those states you don’t have to have one at all. But it’s a good idea to get one and you could get one setup later on if needed.

[@user-yx5gi6fq6z]

Thank you for all of the videos. Do you think I should start the LLC before I take the training to generate money for my CPR instructing business?

[@seanpeterson862]

Thank you!

[@troytinsley148]

I wouldl think it's better to set up the EIN after my LLC is established. That way, I'll have the correct name of my business being "name of my business" LLC.

[@rubenrios1516]

Thanks!

[@rockosmith9874]

Any refurls for trademarking logos etc

[@terrihildebrand4517]

How could I get printable copies of the checklists you are showing. They are a great outline.

[@trudyp2461]

This video is awesome! You are a master at bringing information together in a meaningful, no nonsense way and the amount of work it takes to create all of the information in it with the links, table of contents, written document is remarkable. Thank you.

[@troytinsley148]

Great information you've provided. I have your Notion doc, but after I think I've installed it, I can't locate it within Notion.

[@bizbud]

Shoot me an email at [e-mail] and I can help share it with you.

[@obinna_okechukwu]

Great video! About using online application services, can a non US citizen use Bizee to create an LLC

[@cooperwillliamsrealtor]

I love the way you present with you on one side screen on the right what program do you use

[@bizbud]

Thanks! I use camtasia for recording my screen and also the camera on me. Then my editor mixes those two visuals in different cut ups to keep it interesting. I find camtasia for Mac to be easier than some and less buggy than others (screenflow)

[@DaKidDizzy1]

If i already purchased a home in my name but now I’m starting a property management company to do rental properties, do i then need to switch my rental property over to an LLC?

[@georgebrooks7899]

What if I already have a business license for rideshare driving (because L.A. County required it) but want to start a multimedia production company? Do I need another business license for that LLC? Or can I do business as both under the one license?

[@a.jihadbaith6834]

Can i get the check list.

[@SAK89]

Sir I wanted to know to run your LLC SMOOT what things we need . I mean sales tax , vat etc etc does we need to file other thing as well

[@BriannaIsaac]

I did my LLC through Bizee do I still need to do the articles?

[@bizbud]

Articles of Organization are included with the service. You may want to get an operating agreement setup.

[@BriannaIsaac]

@@bizbud thank you for your reply. I love your channel!

[@lionessluv8870]

I just used a online service - and they told me that I needed to file a proof of ownership and a legal separation document and that I needed those documents for them to be my registered agent. Also it would be an extra $200 for them to do this for me. Mind you these two things were offered in there top tier package. I live in Texas so is this new because I don’t remember needing this when I set up my ex husband LLC four years ago. I feel like they were just trying ri get me to spend more money on something that either isn’t needed or I could file on my own. What’s your thoughts?

[@bizbud]

Definitely sounds fishy. I just filed 7 LLCs recently for an in depth review I’m working on and none of them required that. What service did you use?

[@angeloquendo1418]

I want to start an LLC in Puerto Rico but still reside in the mainland, want to take advantage of the tax incentives the Island offers. Can you help me out if possible on how to start it!!

[@bizbud]

I’m not an accountant or CPA. But my understanding is that the PR tax advantages requires you to live there half the year. If you go that route you gotta do that 6month and day thing bc you’re likely to get audited when using that tax advantage.

[@sa1nt_john.v1]

Ok so, say 1 year fee is $100 but then after 5 years says ($ X amount).. does that mean youre charged that higher X amount after 5 years or is that what youre expected to have already paid by then, after the 5 years of the fees needed for service, taxes, renewal fees etc?

[@bizbud]

The 5 year fee is the total cost after 5 years including initial setup fees and recurring annual fees such as your annual report fee or registered agent service

[@meaghanntoomey6181]

I signed up for the checklist and just got a link to the same video?

[@bizbud]

I gotta get this figured out. Was that link in the automated email you received?

[@tyz_btw]

Yessir

[@CostaDoinBusiness]

So can we be our own registered agent?

[@bizbud]

Some states allow you to be the RA and others will require your business to act as the RA. You must be located in the state with a physical mailing address. Some people don’t like being the RA bc of added responsibility if you’re sued but most people just don’t want their home address on the public database if they’re a home based business but that’s up to you and your comfort level.

[@theofficialmechelle]

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[@reyesherrera2600]

LOVE THIS VIDEO. If I go with bizze, do I still need an attorney CPA

[@user-ye7cy7kt7s]

Great Video but I can't open the checklist :(

[@bizbud]

Were you getting an error message? What happened when you tried to access it?