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How to Get a Business License

How to Get a Business License

This is the fourth post in our series Start an LLC with Me. In our first post, readers came along as I officially formed an LLC. I then got an EIN number (and shared step-by-step instructions) and opened a business bank account. Next up: getting a business license.

Business licensing is probably the least straightforward of the steps to opening a business. This is because business licensing varies greatly by location. In some jurisdictions or industries, you may not need a business license at all. In others, you may need one at the federal, state, county, and city level.

Opening a Business Bank Account

Opening a Business Bank Account

Welcome to part three of our series, Start an LLC with Me. If you missed it, in part one I walked you through how to start a Delaware LLC, step-by-step. In part two, we went over how to apply for an EIN number with the IRS.

Today we're heading on to the next step most LLC's take: opening a business bank account. 

How to Get an EIN Number

How to Get an EIN Number

This is part two of our series, Start an LLC with Me. In this series we're walking you through each step to setting up an LLC and becoming a fully operational small business. Read part one here

If you recall from our first post of the series, my friend and I started a small business that began to make money. My accountant advised us to form an LLC for tax purposes. We officially formed an LLC with The Incorporators and received all the documentation we need to move forward with setting up other elements of our business.

Start an LLC with Me

Start an LLC with Me

Today we’re beginning a series to walk new business owners through all the initial steps to form a Delaware LLC and get their business up and running.

Like many people, the pandemic has given me time to explore my strengths and hobbies from home. A fun side project I was doing with a friend has begun to make money and my accountant advised us to start an LLC.

select the right registered agent

Why It’s Important to Select the Right Registered Agent

Selecting a registered agent may feel like a daunting task. With so many service providers available, it may feel like who you select doesn't really matter. But registered agents provide a critical business service and it's important that you select a registered agent who is ready to be your partner in entity management. 
December Holiday Hours

December Holiday Hours

As the year comes to a close, we'd like to take a moment to share our holiday hours for the coming week. 

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

  • December 24th (Christmas Holiday observed)
  • December 31st (New Years observed)

We wish you and your family a happy and healthy holiday and we look forward to working with you in the New Year. 

common questions about starting an LLC

Our Most Common LLC Questions Answered

What is the cheapest way to form an LLC?

Our most cost effective package option is our LLC E-Kit, an all digital package with delivery via email.

This package is priced at $175 and includes all state taxes and fees. Each package includes everything you need to make your business official including a stamped filed copy of your Certificate of Formation, a sample operating agreement and minutes, membership certificates

Upcoming Holiday Hours

Upcoming Holiday Hours

In preparation for the upcoming holidays, we'd like to take a moment to share with you our hours for the remainder of the calendar year. 

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

  • November 11th (Veterans Day)
  • November 25th (Thanksgiving Holiday)
  • November 26th (The day after Thanksgiving)
  • December 24th (Christmas Holiday observed)
  • December 31st (New Years observed)
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UCC Filings and Searches: What You Need to Know

What is a UCC Filing?

UCC stands for Universal Commercial Code, a group of acts related to sales and commercial transactions that have been adopted as law in all 50 states. It was established when it became clear that the variations in state laws were posing challenges to businesses and it was necessary to standardize the laws for commercial transactions. 

A UCC filing refers to the UCC-1 Financing Statement, a legal document that a lender or creditor files with the secretary of state when they have a security interest in the personal or business property of a debtor.

delaware llc franchise taxes

LLC Franchise Taxes? But I'm Not a Franchise!

Delaware LLC's are required to pay an annual tax to the state of Delaware on or before June 1st. The tax is often referred to as "franchise tax".

Why is it called franchise tax?

This terminology confuses some, simply because our common use of the word franchise usually means a store with multiple locations. In this case, the term is used because the taxes for LLC's...

businesswoman in conference room - do i need a registered agent

Do I Need a Registered Agent?

You might be wondering - do I need a registered agent? If you run a small business or live in the state where your entity is registered, the reasons for hiring a registered agent may not be obvious. 

Here are some questions to ask yourself to decide if you need a registered agent:

  1. Is your business registered in a state that you do not have a physical location in?
We've Moved

We've Moved

The Incorporators Ltd. is pleased to announce that we've moved to a new office space.

Our new address is:
300 Creek View Road
Suite 209
Newark, DE 19711

 

Our new larger space will accommodate our growing team so that we can continue to provide you with the unparalleled client service you've come to expect from us.