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Why Freelancers Should Form a Delaware LLC

Why Freelancers Should Form a Delaware LLC Freelancers should form a Delaware LLC instead of operating a sole proprietorship for several reasons. 1.) Limited Liability Protection. An LLC provides business owners with limited liability protection, which shields their personal assets from any debts or legal liabilities associated with their business. Freelancers in high-risk industries can […]

By Matthew Dochnal February 16, 2023
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How to Wind Up and Close a Delaware LLC

  How to Close a Delaware LLC: 3 Steps Formally closing a Delaware LLC requires completing the following steps: Step 1.) Members Vote on Cancellation Before proceeding with closing the business, the existing Members must agree to cancel the LLC. Oftentimes the LLC Operating Agreement will include a provision detailing how Members should come to […]

By Matthew Dochnal February 7, 2023
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What Is an LLC and How Can It Protect My Business?

  What Is An LLC (Limited Liability Company)? An LLC, or “Limited Liability Company”, is a type of business structure that provides liability protection for its owners. The laws of the state where the LLC is registered uphold these protections. LLCs create a layer of separation between a business and its owners, who are called […]

By Matthew Dochnal January 12, 2023
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How Do I Add a Member to a Delaware LLC?

  How to Add a Member to a Delaware LLC A Delaware LLC can make membership changes by following three simple steps: Step 1: Vote On Changes Changing membership in a Delaware LLC starts with existing LLC members holding a vote. Existing members must provide unanimous consent before an ownership transfer can be made. LLC […]

By Matthew Dochnal December 15, 2022
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What Are Special Purpose Vehicles?

  What Is a Special Purpose Vehicle? A Special Purpose Vehicle, or “SPV”, is a separate LLC established by a parent company to complete a unique business activity or task. Most companies include broad purpose clauses in their corporate bylaws. These clauses basically say the company can undertake any action as long as it is […]

By Matthew Dochnal November 17, 2022
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Do I Need a Lawyer to Set Up a Delaware LLC?

  Do I Need a Lawyer To Set Up a Delaware LLC? Hiring an incorporation lawyer with experience forming and maintaining LLCs is a good way to ensure that your company has a strong legal foundation. For many businesses however, hiring a lawyer is not practical or affordable. How To Set Up an LLC: 5 […]

By Matthew Dochnal November 17, 2022
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