LLC or Sole Proprietorship?

[Kinsey6287]

I am in the beginning stages of starting an online business. I have had a few B&m's before so this is kind of all new for me. How should you form a web based business? All it is, is a business listing site. LLC, or Sole? Thank you.

[CoMp1eX]

For a business listing site, I think you would be fine with a sole prop.

If you move onto anything major, or have even a slight chance you might get into some legal problems, switch over to an LLC. It's not that hard.

[mainstreet]

Not enough info to make an educated decision. What volume, what risk, partners involved, etc... Give us all the details.

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[Scout]

Kinsey, click on the "LLC" Tag at the bottom of the page, you may find some of your answers will be in those threads.

[Loup_Noir]

Always be prepared, and protect yourself from potential risks by separating your company from your personal assets. At least that my motto.

[PhxMJ]

I have found not one good reason to be organized as a sole proprietor ... in my opinion ... AND ASAP, get organized into an LLC or a CORP. It's just too risky and tax-foolish to be organized as a SP.

[Kinsey6287]

Thanks for the great insight guys. Next stop, the Department of Treasury Website!! lol

[MrPink]

This may need to be a different thread, but is ebiz protection related

Is anyone getting any type of business insurance?
I am not too worried since I am solo act at the moment, but was curious if those adding a couple employees added business insurance. Thanks.