Maryland LLC Annual Report Requirements
Maryland LLC Annual Report Requirements You’ve done the hard work of filing your articles of organization and drafting an operating agreement. Your Maryland LLC is up and running—and you’re excited to move beyond all the preliminary paperwork. Unfortunately, your obligations aren’t quite over. In addition to tax filings, you face a yearly requirement known as […]
How to File a DBA in Michigan
How to File a DBA in Michigan Once you’ve formed your LLC in Michigan, you may opt to do business under a different name for brand identification purposes. In that case, you will want to file the required documents to start a DBA in Michigan. It is important to understand that a DBA is a […]
Pennsylvania LLC Decennial Report Requirements
Pennsylvania LLC Decennial Report Requirements (and Filing) The state of Pennsylvania requires LLCs to file an annual report to show the business is still operating and in compliance with relevant laws. Even though the report is referred to as the annual report, it’s really known as the decennial report. Pennsylvania is currently the only state […]
How to File a DBA in Pennsylvania
How to Find Brands to Collab With A DBA, short for “doing business as,” is also known as a fictitious name that you can use in lieu of the name of your LLC in PA. This allows you to use an assumed name for your LLC in the event you want to change the company […]
How Much Does an LLC Cost in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania LLC Cost The State LLC filing fee in Pennsylvania is $125 to file the certificate of organization (for domestic LLCs). Forming an LLC can be expensive so it’s good to be aware of the possible costs in advance. State fees, operating agreement and additional registrations all cost money, so let’s take a look at […]
Appointing a Pennsylvania Registered Agent for Your LLC
Appointing a Pennsylvania Registered Agent for Your LLC The Pennsylvania Department of State requires the appointment of a registered agent as part of the formation of an LLC. In Pennsylvania, the registered agent, also known as the registered office or commercial registered office provider, acts as your go-between for correspondence for your business from the […]
Georgia Registered Agent for Your LLC
Appointing a Georgia Registered Agent for Your LLC Georgia requires all new business owners who register as an LLC in Georgia to assign a registered agent at the same time. A registered agent receives written and legal correspondence on behalf of the business. Understanding the role of a registered agent and how to assign one […]
How Much Does an LLC Cost in Georgia?
Georgia LLC Cost The state LLC filing fee in Georgia is $105 for the organization’s articles (not including an applicable service charge of $5/$10, depending on how you file). Forming an LLC can be expensive so it’s good to be aware of the possible costs you may incur. State fees, operating agreement and additional registrations all cost […]
How to File a DBA in Georgia
How to File a DBA in Georgia There is more to obtaining and registering a business name than many people assume. As a new business owner, it is important to take time to establish your business name according to proper legal channels in Georgia. The state will not recognize your assumed business name if you […]
Georgia LLC Annual Report Requirements
Georgia LLC Annual Report Requirements (and Filing) Starting an LLC in Georgia comes with both benefits and responsibilities. Georgia, like most states, requires LLC owners to file an annual report with the Secretary of State each year. What Is an Annual Report? The LLC annual report is a required document that provides detailed information about […]
How to File a DBA in North Carolina
How to File a DBA in North Carolina When you register your LLC in NC, the LLC gets an official legal name. You’ll need to use the legal name for some official purposes, such as paying taxes. You might want to have another name that you can use for operating your business. Perhaps a different […]
How to Get a Small Business License in North Carolina
How to Get a Small Business License in North Carolina North Carolina doesn’t require you to have a general state business license for your LLC. However, if you’re starting a business in North Carolina you may need more specialized state licenses or permits if you engage in certain types of businesses. You may also need […]
How To File a DBA in New York
How to File a DBA in New York Businesses choose their official names when they open an LLC in NY, and firms that don’t formally register simply operate under the owner’s personal name. In either case, sometimes a business wants to operate under a name other than its official one. If you own a company […]
New York Registered Agent for Your LLC
Appointing a New York Registered Agent for Your LLC When opening an LLC in NY, a requirement for all businesses registered in the state is to have an agent for service of process. “Agent for service of process” is the state’s term for a registered agent, as receiving service of process papers is one of […]
How Much Does an LLC Cost in New York?
How Much Does an LLC Cost in New York? The NY State LLC filing fee is $200 for the articles of organization. Forming a limited liability company in any state can be expensive and New York has additional LLC costs that you will need to know. State fees, operating agreements and publication requirements all cost […]
New York LLC Annual Report Requirements
New York LLC Annual Report Requirements (and Filing) All LLCs opened in NY are required to file an annual report. The report is currently filed every two years, as a biennial report. However, this may change over time and it’s important to stay in good standing with the state with maintain annual compliance in case […]
Florida Registered Agent for Your LLC
Appointing a Florida Registered Agent for Your LLC LLC Formation → Florida LLC → Florida Registered Agent for Your LLC When forming an LLC in Florida, there is a legal requirement that you must meet. You must appoint a registered agent. There are no exceptions to this rule. Every Florida LLC must have an appointed […]
How Much Does an LLC Cost in Florida?
How Much Does an LLC Cost in Florida? The State LLC filing fee in Florida is $100 for the articles of organization. The total cost can be much more expensive so it’s good to be aware of the possible costs you may incur and plan wisely. State fees, operating agreement and additional registrations can add […]
How to File a DBA in Florida
How to File a DBA in Florida LLC Formation → Florida LLC → File a DBA in Florida A “Doing Business As” (DBA) registration in Florida informs the Department of Corporations and the public that your LLC will be operating under a different name than the name used by the LLC. A DBA is also […]
Florida LLC Annual Report Requirements (and Filing)
Florida LLC Annual Report Requirements (and Filing) LLC Formation → Florida LLC → Florida LLC Annual Report Requirements After you start your LLC in Florida by filing information about the LLC and paying the fees, you will be required to file an annual report to let the state know about any material changes in your […]
How to File a DBA in New Jersey
How to File a DBA in New Jersey A “doing business as” name, often referred to as a DBA name, is often referred to as a fictitious name, trade name, or an assumed name. In most cases, businesses must register a name with the Department of State, Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services. However, sole […]
How to File a DBA in Ohio
How to File a DBA in Ohio LLC Formation → Ohio LLC → How to File a DBA in Ohio When you set up a business, you need to register it under its proper name. But you might also want to use another name for your company, too. That’s where a DBA, or doing business […]
How To Get a Small Business License in Ohio
How To Get a Small Business License in Ohio Start a Small Business → Start a Business in Ohio → How To Get a Small Business License in Ohio When you want to start a business in Ohio, one of the first things you’ll be looking into is getting a business license. Depending on the […]
Texas Registered Agent for Your LLC
Appointing a Texas Registered Agent for Your LLC LLC Formation → Texas LLC → Appointing a Texas Registered Agent for Your LLC What Is a Texas Registered Agent? A Texas registered agent is a required step to take if you are operating a limited liability company (LLC) within the state. Filing your registered agent with the […]
Texas LLC Annual Report Requirements (and Filing)
Texas LLC Annual Report Requirements (and Filing) LLC Formation → Texas LLC → Texas LLC Annual Report Requirements What Is an Annual Report? The annual report provides key details about your business, including the owners, business set-up details, and changes since the last filing date. In some states, the annual report is known by a different […]
How Much Does an LLC Cost in Texas
How Much Does it cost to Start an LLC in Texas The LLC filing fee in Texas is $300, which is one of the highest compared to other states. Forming and maintaining an LLC can be expensive so it’s good to be aware of the possible costs before you start. State fees, operating agreement and […]
How To File a DBA in Texas
How To File a DBA in Texas LLC Formation → Texas LLC → How To File a DBA in Texas What Is a DBA (“Doing Business As”)? A DBA is also known as a trade name or fictitious business name that you can use for your business after you’ve registered it with the state of Texas […]
How to File a DBA in California
How to File a DBA in California LLC Formation → California LLC → How to File a DBA in California Obtaining a business name is a bit more confusing than it may initially seem. There are several steps that you need to take to set up your business name to ensure it is legal and […]
Appointing a California Registered Agent for Your LLC
Appointing a California Registered Agent for Your LLC LLC Formation → California LLC → Appointing a California Registered Agent A registered agent is a requirement when forming an LLC in California. It allows for the state to know who and how to contact your business with any important information or other correspondence. Having one is […]
California LLC Annual Report and Filing Requirements
California LLC Annual Report Requirements (and Filing) LLC Formation → California LLC → California LLC Annual Report Requirements Those who form an LLC in California will need to complete numerous documents not just at the start of the process when forming it but throughout the lifetime of owning the LLC. One of those reports is […]
