Business Startup Checklist
A startup demands a litany of steps and requirements be completed before switching on that neon “OPEN” sign. From incorporation to developing a brand identity and building a website, here’s a handy, downloadable checklist to ensure you don’...
Ten things to know before starting a business in Canada
Canada and the U.S. are deeply intertwined, sharing a long border, common interests, similar values and a deep level of economic integration. This makes the trading relationship between the two nations critically important.Within almost every industr...
Mastering entity data compliance: Entity formation
Entity compliance is not only complex; it's also fast evolving. As regulatory compliance is becoming more visible to shareholders, corporate leaders and the public, more companies are outsourcing their state and local-level compliance tasks.Organizat...
Why you need a business license for your Etsy store
For many entrepreneurs, Etsy is a simple way to start selling online. There’s no startup cost, no inventory requirements, and there are tons of active buyers who are interested in buying what you have available for sale. But many don’t realize p...
On-demand webinar: Key considerations for international incorporation
Setting up entities abroad can present many challenges and require a significant amount of time and research to ensure success. You need to understand what types of entities are offered within a given jurisdiction, decide if it’s best to set up a bra...
LLC vs. S corporation: Advantages and disadvantages
When choosing a business form, business owners who want pass-through taxation often end up deciding between an S corporation and an LLC. These are both popular business entity choices for a closely held business or solopreneur.As...
Piercing the veil of small business: What the owners of LLCs and corporations need to know
One of the main reasons—if not the main reason—people form corporations and limited liability companies to own and operate their small businesses is to avoid personal liability for the business’ debts.Corporations and LLCs have their own le...
Follow the road to compliance success in 2021 (Infographic)
Today’s regulatory landscape is more complex, as state and local governments expand compliance requirements, raise fees and increase enforcement efforts. Even the most dedicated and conscientious business can find it overwhelming to keep up with the...
Resolutions for a Compliant Business Year
Have you made your New Year compliance resolutions yet? The end of a year and the beginning of a new one can trigger a multitude of compliance actions for your corporation or LLC. Filing annual reports, collecting online sales tax, reviewing business...
Five Reasons Why Multistate Businesses Should Use a Single Registered Agent
Every corporation or LLC must have a Registered Agent in its state of formation and in each state where it’s registered to do business as a foreign corporation or LLC. A Registered Agent receives service of pro...
What Are My Annual Report Filing Requirements?
All states impose a reporting obligation on their domestic and foreign business entities. They also penalize companies that don’t comply, which is why it is so important to be familiar with this compliance requirement.What is an annual reportStatutor...
Mastering entity data compliance: Annual report requirements
In our previous articles, we've explored the first two steps in the entity compliance workflow: entity formation and regulatory business license compliance.In this article, we'll take a closer look at the third step—meeting annual repo...
