Should You Be a Sole Prop, LLC, or S-Corp?
Should You Be a Sole Prop, LLC, or S-Corp?
Confused about how to legally set up your business?
You’re not alone.
When I started my massage business, I had no idea where to begin. I just knew I needed to be legit—but the legal lingo, forms, and different business types made my head spin.
This decision can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. You’re not locked into one path forever—and you don’t have to have it all figured out today.
💡 The Simplest Place to Start
Here’s the truth:
Most massage therapists should start simple and grow into more structure later.
A Sole Proprietorship is the easiest and quickest way to begin. You don’t need to file much paperwork in most states, and you can start seeing clients fast. The downside? You’re personally responsible for everything—financially and legally.
An LLC (Limited Liability Company) is often the best middle ground. It protects your personal assets, looks more professional to clients, and can grow with you as your business expands. It does involve a little more paperwork—but it's usually worth the peace of mind.
An S-Corp is typically for businesses that are bringing in higher income or planning to have employees. It comes with tax perks but also more rules, responsibilities, and setup requirements.
🎯 What I Recommend
In most cases, I recommend starting with an LLC.
It gives you legal protection, adds credibility, and is a solid base to grow from—without being overly complicated or expensive.
🛠 How START Can Help
Inside The START Program, I break all of this down in plain language. No legal jargon, no overwhelm—just step-by-step support so you can make the right call for your business and take action with confidence.
You’ll get clarity on:
Which structure fits your business right now
What paperwork and licenses you need
How to register your business the right way for your state
✅ Action Step This Week
Take 10 minutes today to look up your state’s requirements for forming an LLC.
You might be surprised how simple it really is—and how good it feels to check that off your list.
🚀 Ready to Launch with Confidence?
The START Program walks you through every piece of your business setup—so you don’t waste time second-guessing or doing things out of order.
You’ve got the vision—let’s build the structure to support it.
Get in on the ground floor. Be the first to sign up for the START program as soon as it is available!
👉 Until then, download my FREE Massage Biz Mastery Guide!
