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Sun Document Filings can form a Connecticut LLC fast! Focus on forming your Connecticut LLC business plan and let us form your Connecticut LLC. Sun can form a Connecticut limited liablity company or register a Connecticut LLC correctly the first time. Let us make the Connecticut LLC formation process quick and painless for you by preparing and filing a Connecticut LLC Articles of Organization with the Connecticut Secretary of State on your behalf. Your time is better spent forming your Connecticut LLC business plan for a successful Connecticut LLC. Protect your assets and form a Connecticut single member LLC or a Connecticut multi-member LLC. Questions? 888 595-2747

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How do I form a Connecticut LLC?

There is no need to ask, "How do I form a Connecticut LLC?" because we know how to form a Connecticut LLC from start to finish. First, we check LLC name availability with the Connecticut Secretary of State. Second, we prepare a Connecticut LLC Articles of Organization. Third, before we form a Connecticut LLC, we verify that the Articles of Organization are free of errors. Fourth, we will register a Connecticut LLC by filing a Connecticut LLC Articles of Organization with the Connecticut Secretary of State. Fifth, after the Connecticut Secretary of State files a Connecticut LLC Articles of Organization, we will return the filed document to you. We make forming a Connecticut LLC simple and fast!

What is a Connecticut LLC?

A Connecticut LLC or Connecticut limited liability company is a type of business entity that is independent of its owner(s). A Connecticut LLC can consist of one or more members which may be individuals, partnerships, trusts, estates, associations, corporations, other limited liablity companies (LLC), or other business entitites as allowed by the state of formation. The members of a Connecticut LLC are afforded limited liablity similar to shareholders of a corporation and are allowed pass-through taxation benefits that is comparable to a partnership. Forming a Connecticut LLC can be the best of both worlds.

What are the advantages of forming a Connecticut LLC?

A Connecticut LLC or Connecticut Limited Liability Company combines the advantages of a corporation and a partnership. The members of a Connecticut LLC are allowed limited liability protection of a Connecticut corporation with the pass-through taxation of a partnership. All personal assets of the members are protected from creditors for debt and from judgments against a Connecticut LLC. Provided a member did not use their personal assets to secure loans or personally guarantee the debt for a Connecticut LLC. Unlike a Sub-Chapter S Corporation whose shareholders are limited to 75, there is no limit to how many members a Connecticut LLC can have. For the flexibility and taxation benefits, LLC’s have become very desirable to business owners.

How do I decide if I should form a Connecticut LLC or Connecticut S corporation?

- Most business owners that decide to form a Connecticut limited liablity company (LLC) do so because of its flexibility in taxation.
- A Connecticut S corporation eliminates double taxation but it lacks the flexibility of a Connecticut LLC in distribution of income to the owners.
- A Connecticut LLC can have several classes of membership interests and can consist of one or more members (in most states) which may be individuals, partnerships, limited partnerships, trusts, estates, associations, corporations, foreign nationals, other limited liability companies or other business entities.
- A Connecticut S corporation can only be owned my individuals, issue only one type of stock, and is limited to no more then 75 shareholders.
- For more information, view our Entity Comparison Table. The Entity Comparison Table will show the advantages and disadvantages of different types of business entities.
- If you decide to form a Connecticut S corporation instead of forming a Connecticut LLC, click here for incorporation services.

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Who controls or manages a Connecticut LLC?

A Connecticut LLC is owned and organized by its members. Members to a Connecticut LLC are the equivalent as partners are to a partnership or shareholders in a corporation. Members have the option of managing a Connecticut LLC themselves or if they prefer, they can choose to elect managers to operate a Connecticut LLC. Managers are agents of the company and have the authority to bind the company to third parties. The flexibility in management is one of the reasons LLC’s are so appealing.

How many people or business entities are required to form a Connecticut LLC?

In most states, only one entity or one person is required to form a Connecticut LLC. In terms of taxation, the IRS does recognize single member Connecticut LLC’s and allows pass-through taxation. Although the Internal Revenue Service allows one member Connecticut LLC’s with pass-through taxation, some states may not afford equal treatment to single member Connecticut LLC’s. To avoid any surprises, we recommend that you speak with your accountant or tax preparer to find out how the tax laws in your state would affect your single member Connecticut LLC prior to organization.

What titles are owners in a Connecticut LLC ?

A Connecticut LLC is allowed to have the titles member(s), manager(s), or manging members.

How is a Connecticut LLC taxed ?

At the Federal Level -

A Connecticut LLC may be classified for federal income tax purposes as a sole proprietorship (referred to as an entity to be disregarded as separate from its owner), partnership or a corporation. If a Connecticut LLC has only one owner, it will automatically be considered to be a sole proprietorship (referred to as an entity to be disregarded as separate from its owner), unless an election is made to be treated as a corporation. If a Connecticut LLC has two or more owners, it will automatically be considered to be a partnership unless an election is made to be treated as a corporation. If a Connecticut LLC does not elect its classification, a default classification of partnership (multi-member Connecticut LLC) or sole proprietorship (single member Connecticut LLC) will apply.

At the state level -

Your Connecticut LLC may be treated differently for tax purposes then at the federal level. Since each state is different, we recommend that you speak to your accountant or tax preparer who specializes in Connecticut tax law for specific tax questions.

How do I obtain an EIN or Employer Identification number or Tax Payer ID number for my Connecticut LLC?

After we complete a Connecticut LLC formation on your behalf, we offer supporting services. We can obtain an employer identification number (an EIN) for your Connecticut LLC. An EIN is required to open a bank account, hire employees, and to start business credit for your Connecticut LLC. If you purchase our premium package, EIN obtainment is included for your Connecticut LLC.

How do I obtain or prepare a Connecticut LLC operating agreement?

Often times, you can hire an attorney or paralegal to prepare the operating agreement for your Connecticut LLC but that could be very costly. If you purchase our premium package, Sun will prepare the initial operating agreement (standard language) for your Connecticut LLC and include meeting minutes (MS Word format) that you can prepare as needed.

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What is a Connecticut LLC operating agreement and why is it so important for my Connecticut LLC?

A Connecticut LLC operating agreement serves as a blueprint for your Connecticut LLC. The operating agreement contains the rights, privileges, and powers of the members and managers. A Connecticut LLC operating agreement will contain the names and addresses of each member and manager. A Connecticut LLC operating agreement will specifiy the percentage each member owns of a Connecticut LLC. A Connecticut LLC operating agreement will also indicate the capital contribution of each Connecticut LLC member. A Connecticut LLC operating agreement normally outlines how it can be amended or changed at a future date. Often there is mention of how long a Connecticut LLC is allowed to operate, the date of dissolution, or if a Connecticut LLC has perpetual existence until the members agree to dissolve a Connecticut LLC.

Another important part of a Connecticut LLC operating agreement is to create "rules" on how a Connecticut LLC can open a bank account, take out loans, write checks, enter into contracts, obtain business credit, and issue membership certificates to its members. As a Connecticut LLC member, the most important reason for an operating agreement besides that most states require one by law, is that it protects each members' personal interest, capital contributed, and a detailed outline of the rights and privledges each member is afforded.

What is a Connecticut LLC seal?

After a Connecticut LLC prepares its operating agreement or has Sun prepare a Connecticut LLC operating agreement, a Connecticut LLC will need a Connecticut LLC seal. What is a Connecticut LLC seal? A Connecticut LLC seal is a handheld device that imprints paper with a Connecticut LLC's name, state of formation, and date a Connecticut LLC was formed. Many banks and other lending institutes require a Connecticut LLC to possess and use a Connecticut LLC seal on business documents or loan papers. All Connecticut LLC kits that Sun sells contain a handheld Connecticut LLC seal embosser.

What is a Connecticut LLC kit?

A Connecticut LLC kit is typically a hardbound binder that contains all of a Connecticut LLC's important documents such as the Connecticut Articles of Organization, operating agreement, and meeting minutes. All of the Connecticut LLC kits that Sun sells include the Connecticut LLC's name hot stamped (professional imprint of the Connecticut LLC's name) on the spine of the kit. Most Connecticut LLC kits come with a slipcase to keep the binder safe. Some Connecticut LLC kits are made with a slipcase built in. The choice is yours.

Another important part of a Connecticut LLC kit is the membership certificates. All of the Connecticut LLC kits that Sun sells contain 20 custom membership certificates that include the Connecticut LLC's name, date and jurisdiction of formation, and the title of member (s) or manager (s) below the signature lines. If you have already formed your Connecticut LLC, you can order a Connecticut LLC kit by clicking here. We have a selection of high quality Connecticut LLC kits that come in array of styles and colors. Best of all, standard shipping is always free.

Now that you have formed your Connecticut LLC, obtained your EIN from the IRS, prepared the Connecticut LLC operating agreement, issued membership certificates, and used your Connecticut LLC seal embosser, it is time to verify which local city and/or county tax licenses your Connecticut LLC business will need. The best place to start is your city hall or county recorder's office. Take the time to verify your area's business licensing requirements. For those of you who plan to run your Connecticut LLC out of your home, check with your city or county to find out if a work at home permit is required. Once your licensing requirements are met, it is time to start operating your Connecticut LLC.

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We wish you the best with your Connecticut LLC business venture! Questions? 888 595-2747