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LLC Advantages and Disadvantages<\/h1>\n\n
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\n By Tim Kelly, J.D.<\/a> | Legally reviewed by Catherine Hodder, Esq.<\/a>\n | Last updated\n
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A limited liability company<\/span> (LLC<\/span>) is a legal business structure<\/span> that offers owners tax flexibility and personal <\/span>liability<\/span> protection<\/span> for business debts<\/span> and obligations. However, LLC<\/span> businesses<\/span> have advantages and disadvantages.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n\n\n\n

While LLCs<\/span> are indeed a commonly used business structure<\/span> for entrepreneurs<\/span> wanting a pass-through entity<\/span> for tax purposes<\/span> and limited <\/span>liability protection<\/span>, that doesn\u2019t mean they are the perfect structure for every\u00a0business owner<\/span>. LLCs<\/span> have both advantages and disadvantages that are worth considering before deciding to create one.<\/p>\n

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Key Advantages of LLCs<\/span><\/h2>\n