Washington LLC - How to Start an LLC in Washington in 2024 (Step by Step Guide)

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How to Start an LLC in Washington - In this updated step by step guide we give you all the details on starting an LLC in the state of Washington on your own! Alternatively we also share recommendations and insight on the benefits of hiring a service to easily start your Washington LLC. Forming an LLC a great way to structure your small business and protect your personal assets.
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0:27 Step 1 - Choose a Name
2:06 Step 2 - Appoint a Registered Agent
3:38 Step 3 - File Articles of Organization
5:06 Step 4 - Create an Operating Agreement
6:29 Step 5 - Get an EIN
7:06 Post Formation Steps
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[@vodermore]

I just found your video, good information! I already have a LLC in Washington state. I was doing some online selling like Amazon and eBay, but I stopped the operation last year but I still keep my LLC. Now if I want to buy a rental property under my LLC(trying to get in real estate business), do I need change the business classification under the department of revenue? Now my LLC is under the business code - retailing, what business code should I pick if I do need to change? Thank you for free info!

[@HowtostartanllcOfficial]

Thanks for the question! The answer to your question depends on what the rental is going to be used for. For short-term "transient" rentals (less than 30 days), the DOR considers it lodging in the same manner as hotels/motels, in which case their B&O classification is both Retailing and Service and Other Activities. In this scenario, rental owners are responsible for retail sales tax as well as applicable lodging taxes (both at state and local level). If the property is to be used as an Airbnb-type rental, there's a guide for "online marketplace" lodging here: dor.wa.gov/education/industry-guides/lodging-guide/online-marketplaces-and-property-managers But, if the rental income is from "non-transient rentals" (more than 30 consecutive days), then it's exempt from B&O tax and thus has no classification. Note, the city might have an "other" classification for their tax purposes. Business activity can be updated with My DOR online or by filling out the Business Information Change form. Contact the DOR if any additional steps need to be taken. Statute reference: app.leg.wa.gov/WAC/default.aspx?cite=458-20-118 Please note that the information provided by us is not, and it is not intended to, constitute legal advice or tax advice. All content is exclusively provided for entertainment purposes. For the most up-to-date legal advice, we advise deferring to a professional attorney or certified public accountant.

[@vodermore]

@@HowtostartanllcOfficial Thank you very much for the detailed reply!

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You're welcome and good luck!

[@DanP-g6y]

I like that there's a dude in the back with a Corona bottle at his desk 😂

[@HowtostartanllcOfficial]

Pretty sure that's a Costco brand sparkling water :)

[@brandenhellman4381]

I’m looking for the corona.

[@HowtostartanllcOfficial]

Me too!!

[@ManchesterAzadari]

Unable to find the Washington Business Express Registrations & Filing Portal

[@ManchesterAzadari]

Any help?

[@HowtostartanllcOfficial]

Absolutely! You'll start by creating a user account here: ccfs.sos.wa.gov/?_gl=1*efmldt*_ga*OTk0NTg1OTE3LjE3MjU5MTQxODI.*_ga_7B08VE04WV*MTcyNTkxNDE4MS4xLjAuMTcyNTkxNDE4Ni4wLjAuMA..#/

[@juliamarquez7594]

We need help with setting up our LLC Where are you located?

[@HowtostartanllcOfficial]

We can help you with that. We are located in Michigan.

[@rewar5870]

First step ( if you want to be successful ) Move to a state other than Washington 😅😅

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[@cece3194]

Why are there LLC's?

[@HowtostartanllcOfficial]

The quick answer is that LLCs came about in the 1970's as a solution to the double taxation faced by corporations. Corporations offered limited liability just like LLCs do (which makes it so the individual owners are legally separated from the business) but their taxation structure wasn't the best match for many businesses. Here's a really deep dive into limited liability and it's historical evolution: corpgov.law.harvard.edu/2019/08/29/a-new-understanding-of-the-history-of-limited-liability-an-invitation-for-theoretical-reframing/

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What does one hand clapping sound like?

[@HowtostartanllcOfficial]

@be_like-water_ Four months later and I finally understand this comment.