Legal
Your guide to legal topics including business, real estate, entity formations, and personal injury.
Latest Articles
What is a Disregarded Entity?
A disregarded entity is a legal entity with one owner that is treated as a transparent entity for federal tax purposes.
PLLC or LLC – Which One do you Need?
Some states have special entity requirements for professional organizations. These companies cannot use a standard LLC, they must use the PLLC instead. This article and video discuss the differences between the two structures and which is appropriate for your business.
Why You Should Avoid the Florida LLC
The Florida LLC is a popular entity choice for many investors and new business owners. However, it may not be the best choice for you. This article discusses some of those reasons.
Does a Delaware LLC Pay California Franchise Taxes? It Depends…
A Delaware LLC may be liable for taxes in other jurisdictions depending upon its ownership structure and business activities. If a Delaware LLC is engaged in business within California, it may be liable for CA franchise tax.
Conversion of an LLC to a Partnership
A limited liability company (LLC) is an entity formed under state statute. An LLC with one owner is a disregarded entity. By adding new members, the LLC becomes a multi-member LLC taxable as a partnership.
What State Should I Open my LLC?
Every state in the U.S. offers new companies to open a limited liability company (LLC). So, where should you launch your LLC?
Does my LLC Need a US Address?
Many non-U.S. persons want to open a U.S. LLC for their business. A common questions is whether the LLC must absolutely have a U.S. based address in order to conduct business. This article and video tutorial cover some of the rules and requirements.
Can I Be My Own Registered Agent
A registered agent (RA) is the person or entity physically located within the state of registration who is ultimately responsible for accepting service of process, notices, demands, and other governmental communications on behalf of your LLC or corporation.
Single Shareholder Corporations – Do You Need a Separate Board of Directors?
Many corporations are formed with only one owner who effectively runs the entire operations. Does a single shareholder corporation need a board of directors with more than one person?
Delaware Certificate of Incorporation – What Information is Required?
A corporation can be created in Delaware by filing a Certificate of Incorporation. The document must include several items which are discussed in this article.
Do I Need an ITIN to Open a US Company?
Many non-U.S. persons open U.S. entities to operate their business. There are generally no restrictions on who can open a U.S. entity, and nonresidents generally do not need an ITIN in order to do so.
Delaware LLC Annual Reports – What Information is Required?
Every Delaware LLC needs to file an annual report with the State of Delaware. The LLC annual report requires some basic information to be confirmed each year.
How to File Form BE-13 for Foreign Direct Investment Into the United States
When a U.S. company is formed or acquired and has foreign ownership, the entity must disclose the beneficial foreign owners to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA).
US Statutory Foundations in Wyoming and New Hampshire
The statutory foundation is a new entity type available in some jurisdictions. The foundation is popular in many non-U.S. jurisdictions, and is now available in Wyoming and New Mexico.
How to File BOI Report – Example for Single Member LLC
The beneficial ownership information (BOI) report is filed by U.S. entities with FinCEN to report information on its beneficial owners. This sample filing covers a single member LLC formed in 2024 with a non-U.S. owner.
