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What are the Articles of Incorporation?

When establishing a Delaware entity, the organizational document filed with the Delaware Secretary of State is called a Certificate of Incorporation (Corporate entities) or Certificate of Formation (LLC, Partnerships). From here forward in this article we will only use the term Certificate of Incorporation but note that all details also apply to the Certificate...

One of the most common questions clients ask us is, "How long will it take to form an LLC?". Today we're going to explain how the process of forming a Delaware LLC works and how long it takes.

The first step is ordering one of our LLC packages here. Our order forms are designed to be user-friendly but if...

We live in an increasingly digital world. When starting a company, you might feel that it's old-fashioned to want a traditional corporate kit with physical copies of all of your documents. But many of our clients still do! Just as you may keep your family's personal documents (birth certificates, passports, etc.) together in a safe place, it's wise to...

For many business owners, forming an LLC is one of the first and most important steps in starting and growing a new business.

Business owners often form LLCs to limit their personal liability, increase legitimacy, enjoy tax benefits, and more.

Today we're going to walk you through the steps to forming an LLC. If you've already decided on a name...

What is a Registered Agent

A Registered Agent, also known as a resident agent or statutory agent, is a third-party business or individual based in the state that your corporation or LLC is established. The Incorporators Ltd. provides Registered Agent services for entities in Delaware.

What a Registered Agent Does

The general duties of the Registered Agent are to...

When forming a new entity, clients often ask, "Do I need a corporate seal?" Today we're taking a look at what a corporate seal is and why you may need one. 

To start, we're referring to the seal as a corporate seal, meaning it is the seal of a corporation. If the seal is for an LLC, it would be...

Why You Might Need a Delaware Certificate of Good Standing

Our clients most often reach out to us when they've been asked to provide a Certificate of Good Standing by an attorney, accountant, or bank.

They're most often required during requests for loans or financing, mergers, or by state governments, banks, potential investors, and other business contracts. 

What a Certificate...

A helpful infographic of the 5 Advantages of an S Corporation. 

1. Avoid Double Taxation 

Pass through taxation for "S" Corporations means the entity does not pay federal taxes at the corporate level. Instead, shareholders report business income or losses on their personal tax returns. 

2. Reduce Self-Employment Taxes

Shareholders may make salaries as employees (taxed as self-employment...

What is an Apostille?

Simply put, an Apostille is a specialized certificate issued by the Secretary of State. The Apostille is attached to a document to verify it is legitimate and authentic.

What Types of Documents can be Apostilled?

Articles of Incorporation or Formation are the most commonly requested documents to be apostilled. Certified copies of filed documents or Certificates...

What are the Articles of Incorporation or Formation?

The Article of Incorporation is a formal document that is included with your Certificate of Formation when you form a corporation with The Incorporators Ltd.

The Articles of Incorporation provides the state of Delaware with essential information about your corporation and the Certificate of Formation you receive indicates that it has been...

A Certificate of Good Standing, also commonly referred to as a "Certificate of Existence" or a "Certificate of Status" is a document issued by the Secretary of State that confirms that your entity is authorized to do business and has completed the following:

• Paid annual franchise taxes
• Filed an annual report  (Corporation)

Some of the questions we get most often are "What does a registered agent do? Why do I have to have one?" If you're unfamiliar with what a registered agent is, today we're going to walk you through the basics.

What is a Registered Agent?

A Registered Agent, also known as a resident agent or statutory agent, is a third-party...