The 7 steps of creating an LLC Choose your business name. Designate a registered agent. Determine your LLC's management structure. Prepare an LLC operating agreement. File your articles of organization. Get an EIN and business bank account. Obtain business licenses and permits. Get LLC-specific tax advice.
California LLC Name Requirements. Your business's name must end with the words “Limited Liability Company” or the abbreviations “LLC” or “L.L.C.” You can even opt to abbreviate the words “Limited” and “Company” as “Ltd.” and “Co.” Most people just stick with “LLC”.
Some angel investors choose to invest through LLCs rather than as individuals. Generally, passively investing through an LLC rather than as an individual offers no tax advantages.
New York's requirements include: Registered agent. Listing the name and address of a registered agent is optional in New York. LLCs must, however, include the address to which legal documents, such as Service of Process, should be sent.
LLC stands for Limited Liability Company and is a term that you may see often after the names of companies. Other names and abbreviations that indicate a limited liability company are: L.L.C., limited company, LC, L.C., Ltd. liability company, Ltd. liability co., and limited liability co.
Limited liability company (LLC)
An LLC is responsible for its own debts and obligations, and owners' personal assets cannot be used to satisfy business debts. Limited liability may also make securing a line of credit easier for your business.