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LLC Formation FAQs 

• How complicated is the setup process?

  Most customers spend about 30 minutes completing setup. You answer a few questions about your business, and Lettuce handles everything else in the background — LLC formation, Articles of Organization, EIN from the IRS, S Corp election, business bank account setup, and payroll configuration. You'll receive real-time progress updates as each step is completed. Most customers are fully set up within 2–3 weeks, depending on your state's processing times. 

• How long does it take to get my LLC and EIN?

  Your setup with Lettuce can be completed in about 10–30 minutes, but approval timelines depend on the state and the IRS. Many customers are fully set up within 2–3 weeks, though some states move faster and others take longer. EIN timing can range from a few days to up to 4 weeks depending on processing conditions. 

• Does Lettuce support LLC formation in my state?

  Yes. Lettuce supports solopreneurs across all 50 states. Filing timelines, annual report rules, and state fees vary by state, but Lettuce guides you through the requirements based on where your business is formed.

• Does forming an LLC change how I'm taxed?

  Not by itself. By default, a single-member LLC is generally taxed like a sole proprietorship. That means your business profit is still typically subject to self-employment tax. If you want S Corp tax treatment, that requires a separate IRS election. Lettuce helps you understand the difference and decide what makes sense for your business. 

• What if I already have an LLC?

  If you already have an LLC, you may not need to form a new one. Lettuce can help you take the next step by filing your S Corp tax election on your existing entity and setting up the rest of your account. Your name, structure, and contracts all stay the same. We just handle the election, set up payroll, and bring everything into the Lettuce system so you can start saving. 

• Is my money safe with Lettuce?

  Yes. Your Lettuce business bank account is FDIC insured up to $250,000 through TransPecos Banks, SSB — the same protection you'd have at any traditional bank. Your funds remain in your FDIC-insured business account. You have full visibility into your balance, your tax reserves, and your available funds through your real-time dashboard — and you can transfer money out freely at any time once your salary and tax obligations are covered. 

• Do I need an LLC before I can elect S Corp status?

  Yes. An S Corp is a tax election, not a legal business entity. In most cases, solopreneurs first form an LLC at the state level, then elect S Corp tax treatment with the IRS. Lettuce helps with both steps, in the right order, so your setup is done correctly from the start.