Freelancer Protection
Separate business income from personal liability
Why People Use It
Freelancers and independent contractors use series trusts as an LLC alternative. Separate business income from personal assets, get liability protection, and set up in minutes—not weeks.
Who This Is For
- Freelancers and independent contractors
- Consultants receiving client payments
- Content creators with brand deals and sponsorships
- Remote workers with multiple income streams
- Anyone wanting LLC-like protection without the hassle
Key Benefits
Liability Firewall
Personal assets are legally separate from business. If something goes wrong, your savings and home aren't at risk.
Instant Setup
Series trusts can be established in minutes, not the weeks it takes to form an LLC with state filings.
Professional Appearance
Invoice clients from a business entity. Looks more professional than invoicing from a personal account.
Lower Costs
Avoid annual LLC fees, registered agent costs, and state filing requirements.
Real World Scenario
Sofia's Freelance Business
The Situation
Sofia runs a successful design consultancy, receiving $15-20k monthly from various clients. When a client sued over a project dispute, she realized her personal savings account—where all her income went—could be at risk.
The Outcome
After setting up a series trust, Sofia's business income flows into the trust. Her personal assets are in a separate series. If a client dispute arises, only business assets are potentially at risk—her personal savings are protected.
Core Conditions
- Business and personal assets legally separated
- Business invoices paid to trust, not personal accounts
- Personal assets unreachable by business creditors
- Setup in minutes, not weeks
You decide the conditions, verification methods, and level of control.
How It Works
Create Your Series Trust
Instant setup with a master series trust. One EIN, multiple independent series.
Establish Business Series
Create a series for your freelance work. Receives business income, pays business expenses.
Keep Personal Separate
Personal assets stay in your name or a separate series. Liability firewall in place.
Operate Professionally
Invoice clients through the trust. Maintain business banking separate from personal.
Why a Trust?
| Alternative | Limitation | Trust Advantage |
|---|---|---|
| LLC Formation | Weeks to set up; annual fees; state filing requirements | Instant setup; no state filings; lower ongoing costs |
| Sole Proprietorship | No liability protection; personal assets at risk | Clear separation between business and personal |
| S-Corp | Complex setup; payroll requirements; higher compliance burden | Simpler structure with liability protection |
Common Questions
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Not legal advice. Subject to KYC/AML. Availability varies by jurisdiction.