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How to Incorporate in Arizona Published on 24/09/2009

On the surface it looks like all that is needed to incorporate in Arizona is to file articles of incorporation with the ACC (Arizona Corporation Commission) and then follow up that filing by publishing the articles of incorporation in the newspaper a certain number of times (determined by the ACC) and then submit an affidavit of the newspaper publication to the ACC. Fill out the forms,...

How to Incorporate in Texas Published on 24/09/2009

If you have never incorporated a business before and are new to the "start up" process, the first thing you will want to do is consult with a professional who has experience with incorporation. The State of Texas does not require that businesses hire representation when they incorporate but it is always good to have an expert on your side,especially with incorporation which is a detailed...

The Disadvantages of Being a Sole Proprietorship Published on 24/09/2009

A sole proprietorship is a business structure in which the business and the owner are, legally speaking, the same entity. There is no legal separation between the person and what he does for his business income. Many people choose to start their businesses as sole proprietorships because the idea of incorporating or forming a Limited Liability Company seems intimidating. For some,...

How to Incorporate in Utah Published on 11/09/2009

The process to incorporate a business is basically the same in every state: request a corporation name, file the proper paperwork, elect your corporation's directors and officers and decide how much stock you are going to make available and who will be given ownership of those shares. It looks simple on the surface but the fact is that the details of incorporating your business can vary...

How to Incorporate in Washington Published on 11/09/2009

The State of Washington is not quite as stringent with its incorporation rules as other states but it is still a good idea to work with someone who has experience with incorporating in Washington,especially if you have never formed your own business before. Forming a business or corporation is a complicated process. It is a good idea to have someone experienced helping to make sure that you...

How to Incorporate in Colorado Published on 11/09/2009

All that is needed to incorporate in Colorado is the filing of the required forms; the truth is that becoming a corporation is more complicated. There are state statutes and bylaws and requirements that all corporations must meet in order to be allowed to do business within the state of Colorado. In addition to filing the articles of incorporation, here are some of the things a...

How to Incorporate in California Published on 11/09/2009

The basic rules of incorporation are the same whether you are in Alaska or Oklahoma. There are some sanctions that vary from state to state. This article will teach you how to incorporate in California. First you need to hire a professional company to help you figure out which forms and articles that you need to fill out. The following is a list of the forms in California: Articles...

How to Incorporate in Delaware Published on 11/09/2009

Being a corporation in Delaware has its perks. There are tax protections, IRS protections and an array of other benefits that come with incorporating your business in Delaware. That does not mean, however, that the incorporation process will be simple and straightforward. On the surface it looks like it isn't a big deal but it is important that you take the appropriate steps and...

How to Form an LLC in Wyoming Published on 11/09/2009

Are you wondering how to form an LLC in Wyoming? There is good news and bad news for companies that are considering LLC status. The good news is that, technically, all that is needed to turn your current business into a Limited Liability Company is the filing of your Articles of Organization and the paying of a one hundred dollar fee. The bad news is that actually setting up your...

How to Start a Home-Based Business Published on 10/09/2009

There are many major benefits in starting a home-based business. The biggest benefit to starting a home-based business is the amount of money that you will save. After all, you do not have to spend money on renting an office or retail space or commuting costs, which means that you get to keep more of your profits. Even better, operating a home based business has quite a few tax benefits...