Adding New Members to an LLC Adding new members to an LLC will often mean that you need to write a new operating agreement, or add another agreement, often called a joinder agreement, on top of your current operating agreement. At the very least, adding a new partner will change the percentage of ownership interest […]

What is a Registered Agent A registered agent can be any person or organization that is physically located in Texas. It doesn’t have to be a member of the LLC, or an employee, but they must have given consent, and they must provide a mailing address. The purpose of the registered agent is to give […]

What “Powers” does a Texas LLC Have? Registered Limited Liability Companies in Texas generally have the following “powers” Sue, be sued, and defend suit in the entity’s business name; Have and alter a seal and use the seal or a facsimile of it by impressing, affixing, or reproducing it; Acquire, receive, own, hold, improve, use, […]

Texas Limited Liability Companies are required to have one of the following in their official company name:  limited liability company limited company LLC  L.L.C.  L.C.  LC Ltd. Co. Some other abbreviation meaning limited liability company Texas LLCs are forbidden from having the following in their name: Lotto Lottery Any name that implies you’re a veteran […]

Austin Business Spotlight: Rocket Dollar Welcome to the Austin Business Spotlight! We’ll learn about local businesses, how they got their start, and how they measure their success. Rocket Dollar was founded in 2018 with the belief that retirement is changing. We believe that people should not be limited in their investment options as they work […]

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A limited liability company is a type of business entity that provides the business owner with liability protection. The types of liability that might be…

Alex Shahrestani once again presented at EFF-Austin (in conjunction with the Texas Opportunity and Justice Incubator), this time addressing the use of technology to bridge…