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Master the essentials of LLC management.
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Getting started
Author:
Paige Smith
Date:
February 2023
featured article
Limited liability company (LLC)
If you’re considering structuring your business as an LLC, keep reading to learn more about the types of LLCs, pros and cons, equity options, and how they work.
Limited Liability Companies
March 2024
LLC distributions
LLC distributions are profits paid directly to the company’s members. Learn about tax implications for single-member and multi-member LLCs.
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Limited Liability Companies
June 2024
LLC funding
Learn how fundraising works for limited liability companies, including the differences between funding for LLCs vs. corporations, and what types of investors are available.
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Limited Liability Companies
February 2024
How to transfer LLC ownership
Learn how it works when a member wants to transfer LLC ownership, including guidelines for how to conduct partial and full transfers.
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Taxes
How LLC taxes work
Understanding the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA)
Business tax deadlines 2024
Tax planning for small businesses
LLC Blueprints
Bring the power of employee ownership to your company with this guide on six LLC equity types and how to implement them.
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Ownership
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The Carta Team
Date:
December 2022
featured article
Equity incentive plans for LLCs
Equity compensation isn’t just for startups. Learn the different types of equity incentive plans available for LLCs to start issuing equity to your members.
Equity Education
January 2024
Phantom equity
Phantom equity (also know as phantom stock) is one of several types of equity LLCs can issue. Learn more about how phantom equity works.
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Limited Liability Companies
July 2024
LLC membership interests
Learn about LLC membership interests, when they can be issued, and how to transfer units among members. We'll also cover the differences between membership interests and equity compensation.
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Equity Education
August 2022
Profits interest
A profits interest is a form of equity-like compensation available to LLCs. Learn about profits interest units, their tax treatment, and valuations.
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Founder Education
September 2024
Business tax deadlines 2025: Corporations and LLCs
Key tax deadlines are coming up in 2025 for LLC and corporation businesses. Here are the dates and IRS forms you need to know.
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Limited Liability Companies
July 2024
LLC membership interests
Learn about LLC membership interests, when they can be issued, and how to transfer units among members. We'll also cover the differences between membership interests and equity compensation.
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Limited Liability Companies
June 2024
LLC funding
Learn how fundraising works for limited liability companies, including the differences between funding for LLCs vs. corporations, and what types of investors are available.
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Limited Liability Companies
May 2024
Multi-member LLCs (MMLLC)
Learn the basics of multi-member LLCs, including the different types, how MMLLCs compare to other business structures, how to pay yourself and your members, and how taxes work.
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Limited Liability Companies
March 2024
LLC distributions
LLC distributions are profits paid directly to the company’s members. Learn about tax implications for single-member and multi-member LLCs.
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Limited Liability Companies
March 2024
Single-member LLC
A single-member LLC (SMLLC) is a company that is owned and operated by one person who receives limited liability protection. Learn how SMLLCs work.
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Limited Liability Companies
March 2024
LLC operating agreement
An LLC operating agreement outlines the ownership and corporate governance of a limited liability company. Learn what to include in your LLC's agreement.
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Limited Liability Companies
February 2024
How to transfer LLC ownership
Learn how it works when a member wants to transfer LLC ownership, including guidelines for how to conduct partial and full transfers.
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January 2024
Understanding the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA)
Learn about the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) for private companies, including reporting requirements, filing penalties, and possible exemptions. Download a free compliance checklist to get started.
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