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What is a Series LLC
A Series LLC can be a great way to save on administrative costs and filing fees and protect investment assets and members' capital. In this post we discuss the pros and cons of using a Series LLC for your business or investment operations.
Fiduciary Duties for Board Members of a Delaware Corporation
Board members of a Delaware corporation have many fiduciary duties owed to the corporation and its shareholders. This article outlines those various duties.
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.
Anonymous LLC – Why is Delaware the Popular Choice?
Delaware is one of the most popular jurisdictions in the world to open a company. This article covers some of those popular attributes.
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.
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?
LLC vs Trust – What are the Differences?
A limited liability company (LLC) is a legal entity while a trust is a contractual arrangement. This article and video go over the key differences and similarities between the two options.
How to Use LLC’s to Protect Personal Assets
Can you use an LLC to protect your personal assets? This article and video discuss those issues.
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.
Delaware LLC vs Delaware Corporation – Annual Fees and Deadlines
Delaware entities must file annual reports and pay fees in order to keep the entity open and in good standing under state law.
Delaware LLC Certificate of Formation – What Information is Required?
An LLC can be created in Delaware by filing a Certificate of Formation. The document must include several items which are discussed in this article.
How to File BOI Report with FinCEN – Sample Filing for an S Corporation
The beneficial ownership information (BOI) report is filed by U.S. entities with FinCEN to report information on the entity's beneficial owners. This sample filing covers an S corporation.
My Company Was Dissolved – What Did I Do Wrong?
Sometimes a business owner will miss a filing deadline and their company is dissolved. In this article we discuss the details and how to resolve the issue.
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?
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.
