An LLC is a US business structure that keeps your personal finances separate from your business. Many business owners form one once they start earning, to look more professional and protect their personal assets. If you’re unsure whether an LLC is right for you, it’s worth a quick chat with an accountant or attorney — Crevio handles the filing, not legal or tax advice.
Why you’d use it
- Look official. A registered business name and structure builds trust with customers and partners.
- Keep things separate. An LLC helps separate your business money and liability from your personal life.
- Skip the confusing paperwork. Crevio walks you through it in plain language instead of legal forms.
- Keep your documents in one place. Your formation paperwork is saved and easy to find later.
What to expect first
Forming an LLC is a real, official process — so a few things are worth knowing up front:- There are filing fees. US states charge a fee to register a business, and these vary by state. You’ll see the cost before anything is submitted.
- It takes some time. Once submitted, the state processes your filing. This can take anywhere from a few days to a few weeks depending on the state.
- You’ll need a few details. Your business name, what your business does, and who the owners (members) are.
- It’s a one-time setup. You form the LLC once. After that, you mainly just keep your documents on file.
Form your LLC
Pick your business type and activity
Tell Crevio what your business does — for example, “selling online courses” or “freelance design services.” This describes your business’s main activity on the paperwork.
Add your members
Add the owners of the business. An LLC can have one member (just you) or several. For each person, you’ll provide their name and the basic details the filing needs.
Review the details and fees
Crevio shows you a summary of everything — your business name, activity, members, and the state filing fee. Check it over carefully before moving on.
Your documents
When your LLC is formed, Crevio keeps your formation documents together and accessible. These are the official records of your business — keep them somewhere safe, as you may need them to open a business bank account, sign contracts, or file taxes.If something goes wrong
- Your filing is taking a while. Processing times depend on the state and can take days to weeks. Crevio will update you as your filing progresses — there’s nothing you need to do while you wait.
- You entered something incorrectly. If you spot a mistake before submitting, just fix it in the summary. If it’s already submitted, ask Crevio for help — some changes can be corrected, others may need a follow-up filing.
- You’re not sure which details to enter. Ask Crevio to explain any step in plain words. For decisions with legal or tax consequences, check with an accountant or attorney.
- You’re unsure about the fee. The state filing fee is shown before you submit. Nothing is filed — and no fee is charged — until you confirm.
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