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In preparation for the Holidays, we'd like to take a moment to share with you our hours for the coming weeks. 

The Incorporators Ltd. will be closed on the following dates:

We wish you and your family a happy and safe Holiday...

A question we are frequently asked is, when can we use our registered agent address in place of our business address?

Having an address you can use that is not your own can be helpful, especially if your home is technically your business address. Let's go over when it's okay to use your registered agent's address in place of your...

A question we often get from those starting a business with a philanthropic mission is: what's the difference between a non-profit and a not-for-profit company?

These terms are often used interchangeably but should not necessarily be. There are many similarities between the two types of entities but there are a few key differences.

Let's take a look at...

The Incorporators Ltd. will be closed Thursday, November 23rd and Friday, November 24th for the Thanksgiving Holiday.

Thanksgiving would not be complete without taking a moment to thank our clients for your continued business. We are grateful for your trust in us and look forward to assisting you with your business needs as we head into the holiday season and...

Businesses close for many reasons, and business owners can understandably become overwhelmed with everything involved in winding up a company.

But, just as a legal filing is required to start your corporation or LLC, you must file a document with your state of jurisdiction to formally dissolve that entity.

Although you may believe it is easier to simply let the...

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...

Five years ago the world of podcasts was much smaller than it is now. Ten years ago, many Americans hadn't even heard of a podcast.

In 2005 Apple's Podcast app made its first appearance on the iPhone OS. Today Apple Podcasts hosts more than 550,000 shows and over 18.5 million individual episodes, as Apple confirmed at WWDC in...

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...

You did it. You finally formed the business you'd been dreaming about for ages. Congratulations!

If you've already formed your LLC, corporation, or non-profit, we're going to assume you've done your research, made a business plan (here's a great guide to business plans from Entrepreneur if you need a little help there), and determined how you'll finance your new...