Starting a Business
Set your business on the right path. Get help understanding your options and how you can set yourself up for continued success.
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What Is the California Franchise Tax Board Fee?
California imposes a minimum franchise tax on all business entities in the state. Find out who must pay the tax and how you can avoid being double billed if you are forming a business near the end of the year.
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What Is a Foreign Limited Liability Company?
Limited liability companies (LLC) doing business in states other than where they originally registered may need to seek foreign LLC status in those states.
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How to Conduct a Colorado Business Search
Prospective business owners as well as consumers in Colorado can do a business search to find information about established business entities in the state.
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How to Conduct an Oregon Business Search
Get started on your entrepreneurship journey with confidence. Check if your dream business name is legal and available with Oregon's Secretary of State.
· 4 min read
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What Does Inc. Mean?
When you see "inc." after a company name mean and what does it tell you about the company? There are several abbreviations that companies include in their official titles.
· 3 min read
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What Are the General Costs of Incorporating?
It is important as a business owner to understand the general costs of incorporating before beginning the process. Find out more about how you can incorporate.
· 3 min read
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What Is an S Corp Election?
If you choose to have your corporation taxed as an S corporation, or S corp, by the IRS, here's what you need to know.
· 4 min read
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What Is a Benefit Corporation?
All corporations strive to be profitable, but benefit corporations also strive to improve society and the environment.
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What Is the Penalty for Not Having a Registered Agent?
One of the requirements for setting up an LLC is designating a registered agent. Failing to do so can bring serious consequences.
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What Is a Corporate Kit and Do I Need One?
There are many documents involved in incorporating your company. A corporate kit is one way to organize and store those documents.
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