The process began last year when Manziel formed a Texas-based limited liability company by the name of JMAN2 ENTERPRISES, LLC.

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Self-employment activity generally includes ownership and operation of a sole proprietorship, Limited Liability Company (LLC), C Corporation, S Corporation, and Limited Partnership where the business intends to generate revenue for profit and make significant contributions to the plan.

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