Forming Your LLC in Nevada Does it really work
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Forming Your LLC in Nevada: Does It Really Work?
Considering forming an LLC in Nevada to save on taxes? Discover essential tax insights from bestselling author and LLC formation expert, Stephen L. Nelson.
Is Forming an LLC in Nevada Worth It?
If you've explored setting up a limited liability company (LLC), you've likely seen advertisements promoting Nevada. The appeal is straightforward: Nevada doesn't impose income tax on individuals or corporations, suggesting you'll save significantly on state income taxes.
However, the reality of Nevada LLC formation is more complex than many new entrepreneurs realize.
The Apportionment Process: Understanding the Nuances
Unless all your business activities are in Nevada?"which is unlikely unless you're a Nevada resident operating entirely in the state?"you'll need to apportion your business income across the states where you operate. This apportionment involves a three-step process. Let’s break it down with an example where your business earns $300,000 annually.
Step 1: Apportion Based on Payroll
One-third of your income, $100,000 in this case, is apportioned based on payroll in the states you operate. For instance, if your payroll is evenly split between California and Arizona, $50,000 of your profit would be assigned to each state according to payroll expenses. Notice that none of this profit is allocated to Nevada.
Step 2: Apportion Based on Property
Another third of your income, another $100,000, is apportioned based on property you own in each state. The rules here can be intricate, as many states include rented or leased property in their calculations. Suppose your LLC only owns property in Washington State; in this scenario, $100,000 of the profit is assigned there. Again, no profit is yet allocated to Nevada.
Step 3: Apportion Based on Sales
The final third, $100,000, is apportioned based on sales across the states. Determining where a sale occurs can be contentious, involving factors like seller and buyer locations. Assuming your firm's sales are evenly split among five states?"California, Oregon, Washington, Arizona, and Nevada?"each state, including Nevada, would receive $20,000.
The Bottom Line: A Cautionary Tale
The truth is, forming your business as a Nevada LLC might not deliver the tax benefits you expect. In our example, only a small portion of the profit is allocated to Nevada, the only portion that escapes taxation.
Remember the adage: If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.
In summary, while Nevada offers appealing tax benefits, the overall impact depends on where your business operates. Before making a decision, consider consulting with a tax professional to understand how Nevada’s tax situation would affect your specific business circumstances.
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