Business Entity Formation

Smart Entity Formation for Real Estate Investors & Small Businesses

Business Entity Formation

Choosing the right business structure is one of the most important decisions you’ll make—and at Lighthammer Bookkeeping, Inc., we help you get it right from the start. Based in Madeira, OH, we guide real estate professionals, house flippers, landlords, and service contractors through the entity formation process with practical advice and CPA-backed insight.

Whether you're launching your first property venture or restructuring an existing business, we help you evaluate the best entity type—LLC, S-corp, partnership, or sole proprietorship—to match your goals, risk profile, and tax strategy. Our founder brings over 20 years of experience as a CFO in the real estate industry, along with firsthand knowledge managing rentals and flipping homes. That means you’ll get real-world guidance, not just boilerplate advice.

Entity formation for small business owners isn’t just about filing paperwork—it’s about setting the right foundation for tax efficiency, liability protection, and long-term success. We explain your options clearly, help you register with the appropriate agencies, and ensure your setup aligns with your bookkeeping and payroll systems.

Looking for a real estate CPA who understands how structure affects everything from taxes to investor partnerships? At Lighthammer Bookkeeping, Inc., we’ve helped countless entrepreneurs and investors lay the groundwork for scalable, compliant businesses.

Let’s make sure your business is built to grow. Schedule a free consultation with Lighthammer Bookkeeping, Inc. today and get expert help forming the right entity for your next move.