When starting a business few people can afford the fee a lawyer charges to submit the correct documents. With the easy-to-follow instructions and forms in these guides, the process of starting a corporation, limited liability company, or partnership is as easy as putting the name and address on the included forms.

This series covers the federal, state, and local regulations imposed on small businesses, with concise, friendly and up-to-the-minute advice on each critical step of starting your own business.

Starting an LLC (Limited Liability Company)? Started an LLC and need to issue membership certificates that look professional and are easy to use? If yes, then this book is for you! What is an LLC (Limited Liability Company)? An LLC is a hybrid type of legal entity that provides the limited liability features of a corporation and the tax benefits and operational flexibility of a partnership. Owners of an LLC are referred to as "members." Depending on the state, the members can consist of a single individual (one owner), two or more individuals, corporations or other LLCs. What is an LLC membership certificate? An LLC membership certificate is a document that certifies ownership and specifies the number of units or percentage owned by a member in an LLC. While LLC membership certificates aren't required by federal or state law, it is still highly recommended for LLCs to use them. Without an LLC membership certificate to show evidence of ownership a member may have no say or control in how an LLC is structured or operates. Generally, LLC membership certificates are issued during the initial meeting of its members. A membership transfer ledger is also used to accurately record membership transactions whether it is an initial issuance of units or percentage of ownership or any subsequent transfers during the LLC's existence. This book contains 20 blank LLC membership certificates (for the use of any LLC organized in the state of Oregon), a membership transfer ledger to record buy-sell transactions of units or percentage of ownership, and bill of sale forms to document the purchase of units or percentage of ownership. Other titles available: LLC Membership Certificates Corporate Starter Kit: Organized in the State of (Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming) Other books available: - Common Stock Certificates Corporate Starter Kit: Incorporated in the State of (available in all 50 states) - GP Partnership Certificates Corporate Starter Kit: Established in the State of (available in all 50 states) - LP Partnership Certificates Corporate Starter Kit: Organized in the State of (available in all 50 states) - LLP Partnership Certificates Corporate Starter Kit: Organized in the State of (available in all 50 states) - LLLP Partnership Certificates Corporate Starter Kit: Organized in the State of (available in all qualifying states) - NP Membership Certificates Corporate Starter Kit: Incorporated in the State of (available in all 50 states)

According the United States Small Business Administrationâe(tm)s most recently released date, there are more than 9 million small businesses in the United States and almost 250,000 new ones started every year. Of those new businesses, half will fail in the first 12 months and part of that failure is due to the lack of information about how to start and develop that business. Without the right legal form of business, you may end up paying too much in taxes, failing to comply with certain laws, or miss out on certain breaks that you deserve. This book provides you with a complete guide, discussing all four major forms of business, which one is right for you, and how your decision may affect you in the future. The first thing you will read about is the list of non-legal issues you need to deal with before you start the business creation process. In addition, you will learn which form of business is ideal for your particular situation with a short overview of each type, a comparison of what each offers, and how the legal implications of each might apply to you. You will learn specifically how to choose between an LLC and a corporation in instances where it might not be immediately clear which is best for you. You will also learn which special business structures are best suited to your needs if you do not fit into any of the four primary categories. The process of structuring a partnership is outlined, along with how to create a written agreement and how to change a partnership after the business has been created. You will also learn how to create a corporation, including the structure you will use, how to establish financing, the compensation you will provide yourself, whether you need a lawyer, the 13 step process of starting and filing your corporation, and what you need to do immediately afterwards. The number of members needed to create an LLC is provided as well, along with how to structure management and determine financing and compensation. Hours of careful interviews were conducted with successful small business owners and legal experts to help create a comprehensive collection of materials that will guide you through the processes above, as well as how to handle transition of ownership and the extended process of naming your business âe" including the legal implications of this process, what you need to know about trademarks and service marks, how to protect your own trademarks, and where to do name searches. The licensing and permit processes, as well as the tax structures for each business type, are included for federal, state, and local laws, while additional information is provided on how to build your home-based business as opposed to one in a physical location. If you are looking to create a new business and do not know which format is best for your needs, this book will walk you through each step of the selection process, making sure your new business meets all applicable laws and regulations.

Forming a corporation, limited liability company (LLC), or partnership is easy with the help of this instructive handbook. Includes full-size fill-in-the-blank state and federal forms, new business checklist, tax-saving strategies, stock certificates, and member certificates. Recommended by SBA Small Business Development Centers and SCORE Offices nationwide. (Legal Reference)

Forming a corporation, limited liability company (LLC), or partnership is easy with the help of this instructive handbook. Includes full-size, fill-in-the-blank state and Federal forms, new business checklist, tax-saving strategies, stock certificates, and member certificates. Updated annually. (Legal Reference)