Everyone says, “Just start an LLC.”But what if that advice is actually costing you money?In this episode of Do Business, Todd Frazier, CPA breaks down one of the biggest misconceptions in entrepreneurship: that you need an LLC to start a business. Spoiler alert — you don’t.Todd walks through what actually matters when you’re starting out, why creating an LLC too early can slow you down, and the real financial threshold where an entity does begin to make sense. Using real numbers, real examples, and a simple side-by-side comparison, he explains when an LLC is just paperwork — and when electing S-Corp status can save you thousands in taxes.This episode is focused purely on business operations and tax strategy, not legal advice, and is designed to help you stop overthinking structure and start doing business the right way.In this episode, you’ll learn:- Why you don’t need an LLC to start a business- The first two steps you should take before thinking about entities- How a sole proprietorship is taxed vs an S-Corp- The real cost of having an LLC in California- Why $100,000 of profit is a common turning point- When an LLC actually becomes a smart move — and when it’s notIf you’re early in your business, this episode will save you time, money, and unnecessary complexity. If you’re already profitable, it will help you decide when it’s time to level up your structure.Stop starting businesses on paperwork.Start them with clarity.Then — Do Business.

A new year creates momentum — but growth doesn’t happen just because the calendar changes.In this episode of the Do Business Podcast, Todd Frazier, CPA, sits down with John Welches of Red Mallard to talk through what real business growth looks like heading into a new year — especially when you’re already busy.We discuss:-Why being “too busy” can quietly stall growth-How to think about marketing when capacity is full-Building pipelines inside existing client relationships-When to shift messaging from sales to hiring-Using technology and AI to free time, not replace judgment-What Todd is intentionally changing going into the new yearThis isn’t a hype episode. It’s a practical, honest conversation about perspective, process, and putting the right systems in place so growth is intentional — not accidental.If you’re entering a new year asking “What should I actually focus on?”, this episode will help you decide.

In this episode of the Do Business Show, Todd Frazier, John Welch, and Jake Frazier break down three ways to run your business: exit for a big payout, exist for lifestyle freedom, or eternity for legacy. Learn how to choose the right path for your goals—and the trade-offs that come with each.