Steps to Start an LLC in Kentucky:
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Pick a business name
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Choose a registered agent
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File your Articles of Organization with the Kentucky Secretary of State
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Create an operating agreement
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Get an EIN
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Register for Limited Liability Entity Tax
LLC Structure Options:
- Single-member LLC: Owned by one person
- Multi-member LLC: Owned by multiple members
- L3C: Focuses on a business cause over earnings
LLC Formation Cost and Requirements:
- Costs include a $40 filing fee and $15 annual report fee.
- An EIN is required to open a bank account and file taxes.
Benefits of LLCs and Corporations:
- LLCs offer personal asset protection and tax options.
- Corporations provide personal liability protection with separate debts and taxes.
Articles of Organization Preparation:
To prepare articles of organization, you’ll usually need:
- Your LLC name and address
- The name and address of your registered agent
- The mailing address of the LLC’s office
- An LLC’s duration over which it will exist.