Texas LLC Compliance Guides
Plain-English articles covering every major Texas LLC obligation — written for founders, not lawyers.
Texas LLC Franchise Tax: How to File by May 15
Texas LLC franchise tax is due May 15 every year — even if you owe $0. Miss this deadline and face a $50 penalty plus forfeiture risk. Here's how to file it.
Read guide →What Is a Texas Public Information Report for an LLC?
The Texas Public Information Report (Form 05-102) is due May 15 with your franchise tax return. Missing it can make LLC members personally liable for debts.
Read guide →Texas LLC Compliance Checklist: 7 Annual Obligations Every Owner Must Know
The complete Texas LLC compliance checklist: 7 annual obligations, deadlines, and what happens if you miss them. Know which ones apply to your business.
Read guide →Texas LLC Sales Tax Permit: When You Need One and How to File
Texas LLCs selling taxable goods or services must get a free sales tax permit and file returns by the 20th. Learn who needs one, rates, and how to stay compliant.
Read guide →How to File a Texas DBA (Assumed Name Certificate) for Your LLC
Texas LLCs operating under a trade name must file an assumed name certificate with both the SOS and county clerk. Learn the two-step process, fees, and why skipping it voids contracts.
Read guide →Texas Registered Agent Requirements for LLCs: Rules, Costs, and How to Change
Every Texas LLC must maintain a registered agent with a physical TX address at all times. Learn who qualifies, how to change agents, and what happens if yours lapses.
Read guide →Texas Unemployment Insurance Tax for LLCs: What You Owe and When
Texas unemployment insurance tax guide for LLCs: who owes it, quarterly due dates, how rates are set, and where to file with the Texas Workforce Commission.
Read guide →Texas New Hire Reporting Requirements for LLCs
Texas new hire reporting requirements for LLCs: who must report, the 20-day deadline, how to submit to the OAG, and the $25–$500 penalties for late reports.
Read guide →Texas LLC Annual Filing Checklist 2026
Texas LLC annual filing checklist for 2026: franchise tax report, PIR, sales tax returns, new hire reporting, and every state deadline your LLC must meet.
Read guide →Texas LLC BOI Report 2026: Do You Still Have to File?
Texas LLC BOI report status for 2026: US domestic LLCs are currently exempt from FinCEN filing under the March 2025 interim rule. What changed and what to do.
Read guide →Texas LLC vs S-Corp Tax: Which Structure Saves More?
Texas LLC vs S-corp tax comparison: franchise tax, self-employment tax, and salary requirements — what you owe and when the S-corp election makes sense.
Read guide →My Texas LLC Was Forfeited — How to Reinstate It (Step-by-Step)
Texas LLC forfeited? Step-by-step guide to reinstatement: clear back taxes, file delinquent reports, get Comptroller clearance, and restore good standing.
Read guide →Texas Franchise Tax EZ Computation Report: How to File Form 05-169
The Texas franchise tax EZ computation report (Form 05-169) is for LLCs with $20M or less in revenue. Here's exactly how to complete and file it by May 15.
Read guide →Texas Franchise Tax No Tax Due 2026: What Texas LLCs Under $2,650,000 Must File
The Texas franchise tax no tax due threshold for 2026 is $2,650,000. Your LLC owes $0 — but you must still file a Public Information Report by May 15.
Read guide →Can I Be My Own Registered Agent in Texas? Requirements and Trade-offs
Texas law allows LLC owners to serve as their own registered agent if they have a physical Texas street address and can be available during business hours.
Read guide →Texas Franchise Tax Penalty: How Much You Owe and How to Fix It
Texas franchise tax penalty is $50 immediately plus 5%–10% on tax owed. Learn exactly what you owe, how to calculate it, and how to fix it fast.
Read guide →I Forgot to File My Texas Franchise Tax — What Happens Now?
Forgot to file your Texas franchise tax by May 15? Learn what penalties you now owe, how to file late, and how to keep your Texas LLC from forfeiture.
Read guide →Texas LLC Forfeiture Notice: What to Do When You Get One
Got a Texas LLC forfeiture notice? Learn what triggered it, what it means for your LLC, and the exact steps to fix your forfeiture before it gets worse.
Read guide →Texas Multi-Member LLC Taxes: How Federal and State Tax Work
Texas multi-member LLCs are taxed as partnerships by default. Learn how pass-through taxes, Schedule K-1 filings, and the Texas franchise tax work for owners.
Read guide →Texas Franchise Tax Extension 2026: How to File and What You Must Pay by May 15
Texas franchise tax extension 2026: file a 6-month extension to November 15, but you must pay your estimated tax by May 15 or face penalties. Here's how.
Read guide →How to Dissolve a Texas LLC (Step-by-Step Guide)
How to dissolve a Texas LLC: wind up business affairs, clear franchise tax with the Comptroller, and file Form 651 with the Secretary of State. Steps inside.
Read guide →Texas LLC EIN Application: How to Get Your Federal Tax ID
Texas LLC EIN application: apply free on IRS.gov in 10 minutes for an instant federal tax ID. Learn who needs an EIN, what to have ready, and next steps.
Read guide →How Much Does a Texas LLC Cost? (2026 Complete Breakdown)
A Texas LLC costs $300 to form at the SOS. Annual fees include $0–$300 for a registered agent plus a free franchise tax filing. Full 2026 cost breakdown.
Read guide →How to Form a Texas LLC (2026 Step-by-Step Guide)
How to form a Texas LLC: choose a name, file Form 205 with the SOS ($300), appoint a registered agent, get an EIN, and meet annual franchise tax requirements.
Read guide →Texas Franchise Tax WebFile Tutorial: Step-by-Step Filing Guide
Step-by-step Texas franchise tax WebFile tutorial: create your account, log in, select the right form, and submit the franchise tax report and PIR by May 15.
Read guide →Texas LLC PIR: Who to List as Officer (Members vs. Managers Explained)
Texas LLC PIR officers are your members or managers — not a CEO. Learn exactly who to list on Form 05-102, what addresses to use, and common mistakes.
Read guide →Texas UI Tax Rate for New Employers 2026: What You'll Pay and When
Texas new employer UI tax rate is approximately 2.7% for 2026. Learn how the TWC sets SUTA rates, the taxable wage base, and quarterly filing deadlines.
Read guide →How to Submit a Texas New Hire Report Online (Step-by-Step)
Every Texas employer must report new hires to the OAG within 20 days of their start date. File online in minutes at the Child Support Employer Services portal.
Read guide →Texas LLC Forfeited: How to Reinstate Your Business (2026 Guide)
Texas LLC forfeited? Here's how to reinstate it: file delinquent franchise tax reports, clear penalties with the Comptroller, then restore good standing.
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