Learn the answers to frequently asked questions about forming and operating a limited liability company (LLC).

A limited liability company (LLC) provides the flexibility of a partnership with the liability protection of a corporation. The LLC's owners can determine the management and financial structure to meet their needs, while keeping their personal assets beyond the reach of the company's creditors.

Although one-half of recent college grads would like to start a business and even more see business ownership as an avenue to long-term economic security, they do not feel confident in their ability to execute the tasks needed for a start-up, such as incorporation or writing a market plan, according to a study commissioned by CT

America's 2014 Small Business Summit starts today, June 11, in Washington D.C. CT is proud to join with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce to present three days of education, networking and advocacy designed to inspire and empower American small business owners. We hope to see you are our booth at the Summit, but if you can't attend, make sure to follow us on social media for updates throughout the conference.

The 2014 National Small Business Week is May 12-16. SBA-sponsored events and webinars provide networking and learning opportunities.

Although you can incorporate your business in any state, many business owners incorporate in the state where the business is located. However, many others opt to incorporate in Delaware due to its business friendly laws and its modern filing office. Learn more.

View a state-by-state chart with an overview of voluntary assumed name (DBA) filings for each state and the District of Colombia.

When doing business using a name other than your legal name, your state might require a voluntary assumed name filing, or DBA (doing business as) filing. Learn more.

View state naming requirements for LLCs and corporations, including name reservations, name transferability options, and required and prohibited words in company name.

Get a chart on 10 key differences (other than tax) between corporations and LLCs.