Why You Should Form Your Business Before Year-End

If you’ve been thinking about launching your business, you don’t have to wait until January 1 to make it official. In fact, forming your business before year-end can put you in a stronger financial position and set you up for success in 2026.

A lot of new entrepreneurs make the mistake of waiting for the “perfect time.” The truth? There’s no perfect time—there’s just now. Starting your LLC, registering for your EIN, and setting up your bookkeeping system before the year closes can save you money, time, and stress when tax season rolls around.

1. Clean Records From Day One

By filing your LLC and obtaining your EIN now, you’re giving yourself a clean slate for 2026. You’ll start the year with organized books, a business bank account, and all your records separated from personal finances. That separation is key to tracking income accurately and maximizing your deductions when you file.

2. Claim Startup Expenses

If you’ve already been spending money on your business—like branding, training, or software—those costs may be deductible once your business is officially established. The IRS allows new business owners to claim qualifying startup expenses, but only if your business exists legally before year-end.

3. Build Business Credit Early

Forming your LLC now also means you can start building business credit sooner. Applying for vendor accounts or business cards under your EIN helps establish credit history that’ll support future financing opportunities and growth.

4. Simplify Next Year’s Filing

When your business formation, EIN, and bookkeeping are in place early, tax filing becomes much smoother. You’ll have one full year of records ready to review, instead of trying to piece things together halfway through 2026.

5. How JBH Financial Can Help

At JBH Financial, we make business setup simple. From filing your LLC and securing your EIN to establishing bookkeeping systems, we help you start strong and stay compliant. You focus on building your vision—we’ll handle the paperwork.

Ready to make it official? Schedule your Business Formation Consultation today and step into 2026 ready to grow.

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