💰 How to Pay Yourself as an LLC Owner Without Getting in Trouble with the IRS

Fred Marino

Published on: 09/10/2025

💰 How to Pay Yourself as an LLC Owner Without Getting in Trouble with the IRS (Because “winging it” is not a payroll strategy.) You did it. You formed your LLC. You opened the bank account. You might even have a logo that looks suspiciously professional. And now you’re asking the million-dollar question: “Okay… how do I pay myself?” Because technically, you are the business — but also, you’re not the business. Confused yet? Perfect. The IRS likes it that way. Don’t worry — we’re going to untangle this whole “LLC owner pay” thing before you accidentally trigger an audit or start writing checks from your personal account labeled ‘CEO bonus.’