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

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How do I form a New Jersey LLC?

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

What is a New Jersey LLC?

A New Jersey LLC or New Jersey limited liability company is a type of business entity that is independent of its owner(s). A New Jersey 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 New Jersey 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 New Jersey LLC can be the best of both worlds.

What are the advantages of forming a New Jersey LLC?

A New Jersey LLC or New Jersey Limited Liability Company combines the advantages of a corporation and a partnership. The members of a New Jersey LLC are allowed limited liability protection of a New Jersey 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 New Jersey LLC. Provided a member did not use their personal assets to secure loans or personally guarantee the debt for a New Jersey LLC. Unlike a Sub-Chapter S Corporation whose shareholders are limited to 75, there is no limit to how many members a New Jersey 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 New Jersey LLC or New Jersey S corporation?

- Most business owners that decide to form a New Jersey limited liablity company (LLC) do so because of its flexibility in taxation.
- A New Jersey S corporation eliminates double taxation but it lacks the flexibility of a New Jersey LLC in distribution of income to the owners.
- A New Jersey 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 New Jersey 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 New Jersey S corporation instead of forming a New Jersey LLC, click here for incorporation services.

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Who controls or manages a New Jersey LLC?

A New Jersey LLC is owned and organized by its members. Members to a New Jersey LLC are the equivalent as partners are to a partnership or shareholders in a corporation. Members have the option of managing a New Jersey LLC themselves or if they prefer, they can choose to elect managers to operate a New Jersey 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 New Jersey LLC?

In most states, only one entity or one person is required to form a New Jersey LLC. In terms of taxation, the IRS does recognize single member New Jersey LLC’s and allows pass-through taxation. Although the Internal Revenue Service allows one member New Jersey LLC’s with pass-through taxation, some states may not afford equal treatment to single member New Jersey 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 New Jersey LLC prior to organization.

What titles are owners in a New Jersey LLC ?

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

How is a New Jersey LLC taxed ?

At the Federal Level -

A New Jersey 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 New Jersey 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 New Jersey 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 New Jersey LLC does not elect its classification, a default classification of partnership (multi-member New Jersey LLC) or sole proprietorship (single member New Jersey LLC) will apply.

At the state level -

Your New Jersey 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 New Jersey tax law for specific tax questions.

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

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

How do I obtain or prepare a New Jersey LLC operating agreement?

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

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

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

Another important part of a New Jersey LLC operating agreement is to create "rules" on how a New Jersey 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 New Jersey 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 New Jersey LLC seal?

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

What is a New Jersey LLC kit?

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

Another important part of a New Jersey LLC kit is the membership certificates. All of the New Jersey LLC kits that Sun sells contain 20 custom membership certificates that include the New Jersey 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 New Jersey LLC, you can order a New Jersey LLC kit by clicking here. We have a selection of high quality New Jersey LLC kits that come in array of styles and colors. Best of all, standard shipping is always free.

Now that you have formed your New Jersey LLC, obtained your EIN from the IRS, prepared the New Jersey LLC operating agreement, issued membership certificates, and used your New Jersey LLC seal embosser, it is time to verify which local city and/or county tax licenses your New Jersey 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 New Jersey 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 New Jersey LLC.

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