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Memorial Day Holiday

Memorial Day Holiday

The Incorporators Ltd. will be closed on Monday, May 25th in observance of Memorial Day. Orders may still be placed through our website and orders will be processed on Tuesday. 

We remember and deeply appreciate the sacrifice that many men and women of our armed forces have made. They are in our hearts always but this weekend especially. 

The Best Free Resources Available to Small Businesses During Covid-19

The Best Free Resources Available to Small Businesses During Covid-19

In light of the stay at home orders and social distancing, many businesses needs have changed.

Our conference rooms sit empty, replaced by little squares on a screen. Businesses with little online presence abruptly had to pivot to completely online. Tech teams had to jump to handle the need for website changes allowing curbside pickup. Fulfillment teams had to put...

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Don't Miss Out: The New Tax Credits Your Business Needs

The IRS recently introduced two new tax credits to business owners who have been impacted by the Coronavirus pandemic. Many of our clients are small business owners who may be eligible for these tax credits so we thought we'd share the quick version of what these tax credits may mean for you.

The tax credits fall into two categories...

SBA Scams: What You Need to Know

SBA Scams: What You Need to Know

The Incorporators has recently learned of concerning reports of fraud related to the current Small Business Administration programs.

Since many of our clients will be utilizing the SBA programs during this turbulent time, we wanted to take a moment to go through some things to keep in mind as you navigate the application process.

The SBA has categorized potential fraud...
Supporting Documents for your Paycheck Protection Program Application

Supporting Documents for your Paycheck Protection Program Application

Last week the U.S. Small Business Administration opened applications for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), a portion of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (better known as the CARES Act).

The program authorizes up to $349 billion in forgivable loans to allow small businesses to maintain their payroll in the weeks and months to come.

According to the SBA...
Resources for Small Businesses During the Covid-19 Outbreak

Resources for Small Businesses During the Covid-19 Outbreak

Small businesses are the lifeblood of our business. We're with you from the very first step - forming your LLC or Corporation and we provide service to thousands of small businesses each year. We are proud to be a part of your story.

Our country is experiencing an unprecedented time of economic uncertainty and small businesses are often the most...
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Update on The Incorporators Current Operations

We'd like to take a moment to update you on the status of The Incorporators and the Delaware Division of Corporations as we work globally to contain the coronavirus.

As of now, the Delaware Division of Corporations is open (see their announcement here) and will continue to process orders. The Incorporators will remain open as long as the Division of...
How Long Does it Take to Get a Certificate of Good Standing?

How Long Does it Take to Get a Certificate of Good Standing?

One of the most common questions we receive regarding any of our products is, "How long will it take?" This is a fair question and one we take seriously. We always hope to provide realistic expectations but intend to deliver your order as quickly as we can.

The good news is that turn around time for a Delaware Certificate of...
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Delaware Corporate Annual Franchise Tax Report
Due by March 1st

Delaware law requires that Delaware corporations be declared void for failure to fully complete the annual report. As a result, all Delaware domestic corporations are required to file an Annual Report and pay any taxes and fees due electronically on or before March 1st.

Every Delaware domestic corporation received notification by letter, which included instructions for electronic filing of the...

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Articles of Incorporation vs. Certificate of Organization - What's the Difference?

Clients often come to us because they have been asked to provide a document called the "Certificate of Organization". This document is commonly requested by financial institutions during financing or merger related activities. It can also be requested by insurance companies, attorneys, accountants, and more.

This document frequently causes confusion because it has a variety of names, based on the...
types of Delaware partnerships - general partnership vs. limited liability partnership

The Difference Between the Three Types of Partnerships

If you're looking to form a partnership in the state of Delaware, it's important to choose the correct type of partnership for your business needs.

When forming a partnership using our easy online ordering form, you will find that there is a drop down menu with three partnership types to choose from. Let's take a look at each type of...
Series LLCs: Explained

Series LLCs: Explained

What is a Series LLC?


A Delaware series limited liability company is an LLC that essentially acts as an umbrella with other LLC's operating under it.

Series LLCs are a newer entity type and are not available in all states. In fact, Delaware was the first state to make Series LLCs available as an entity type option.

Types of Series LLCs...