What Happens to a Single-Member LLC If the Sole Owner Dies? The Single Member LLC Operating Agreement often provides for the LLC to be liquidated upon the death of the Member. Death is often listed as an event of dissolution. However, the executor and trustee of the Member may decide that the LLC is more […]
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What Is an Umbrella LLC, Exactly? An umbrella LLC is another word for a holding company. An umbrella LLC owns other LLCs that are below it, known as subsidiaries. It effectively shelters those LLCs from cross liability in the event that future litigation results in a judgment creditor trying to collect against assets of a […]
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What Is a General Partnership? A general partnership is formed through implied conduct. This is when two or more individuals agree, either orally or in writing, to engage in business towards a common goal. A general partnership commences upon performance of even preliminary tasks to create the business. This is the default applied anytime two […]
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Most states do not limit a creditor of an LLC Member to a charging order. In fact, most states are not very friendly to creditor rights. That is why entrepreneurs should “forum shop” for the most business-friendly state when starting an LLC. It may be convenient to form a Florida LLC as a single owner, […]
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What Benefits Are There to Solar Companies Forming a Delaware LLC? Delaware LLCs provide real legal benefits to all types of businesses, including solar companies. Here are the top five benefits of Delaware LLCs for solar businesses: Benefit #1: Limited Liability Protection Delaware LLCs offer limited liability protection, which shields business owners’ personal assets from […]
Continue Reading What Is The Delaware Franchise Tax, Again? The Delaware Franchise Tax is an annual requirement that all companies registered in Delaware have to complete. The State of Delaware requires every registered LLC to pay a flat fee of $400 each year to remain in good standing, regardless of business activity. The term “Franchise Tax” can […]
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