Business Licenses & Compliance—Collected Writing Samples
This is a collection of eight articles that I wrote for Incfile and that are published on their blog. You will find links to each published sample below.
Links to my published writing on business licenses and compliance requirements
Here are links to my published samples.
LLC and Corporations Ongoing Compliance Requirements
“Running your LLC or corporation comes with certain legal and financial commitments. Meeting these ongoing compliance requirements keeps your business in good standing. Your commitments will vary depending on whether you’re running an LLC or a corporation and the states where you run your business.
In this guide, we’ll look at general, overall compliance requirements and discuss specific ones for the four most popular business formation states: California, Delaware, Florida and Texas. We’ll start with general requirements, then move on to LLC compliance requirements and corporation compliance requirements.”
14 Common Business Licenses You Might Need
“Starting your business is an exciting and busy time. You need to get everything in order before you launch, and one of the most important legal requirements is business licensing. Business licenses and permits are typically issued by the state or federal government and are necessary for certain types of business.
Ensuring you’re compliant with business license regulations helps your business run smoothly and avoids any issues with government agencies. In this post, we’ll explain some of the most common licenses, why you need them and where to get them.”
Do I Still Need to File My Annual Report If I Haven't Made Any Sales?
“Many business owners choose to form a business as a separate legal entity, such as a Limited Liability Company (LLC) or a corporation. These types of businesses give you lots of flexibility and liability protection, but you’ll also need to meet certain requirements, like filing an Annual Report.
Fortunately, it’s quick and easy to file an Annual Report, especially if you let Incfile do it for you. But, you may be wondering — if you don’t have any sales or profits during a particular year, must your LLC still file a report? Because LLCs and corporations are formed on a state-by-state basis, Annual Report filing rules do vary. ”
What Happens If You Don't File an Annual Report
“There’s a lot of paperwork you need to complete and file when you’re running a business, and one of the most common is the annual report. While requirements for completing and returning these reports do vary between states, if you’re legally required to file one, you should always do so. Failing to file an annual report can cause serious problems for your business.
We’ll explain the penalties for not filing your annual report, let you know how to avoid them and ensure your business stays in good standing.”
How Do I Make Changes to My Operating Agreement?
“One of the steps involved in forming your limited liability company (LLC) is to create an “Operating Agreement.” This agreement is a document that defines certain important aspects of your LLC like who the owners are, how profits will be shared, and who has the final sign-off of important business decisions.
You’ll normally write and sign your Operating Agreement when you initially start your LLC or very soon afterward. We can walk you through that initial creation of your agreement and we also provide a helpful service to get everything in place.”
Can I Use My Virtual Office Address as My Legal Business Address?
“A virtual business address can be an extremely helpful service for small business owners. Virtual address services give you a presence in states, cities and other locations so that you can easily receive and read your mailed correspondence. ”
How to Obtain Multiple EINs on Your Own
“Employer Identification Numbers (EINs) are used by the IRS and other state and federal agencies to track tax filings, payments and various other aspects of a business. Getting an EIN for a single business is a relatively straightforward process, but what if you need to get multiple EINs? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with our comprehensive, step-by-step guide.”
Can Non-U.S. Residents Be Members of an LLC?
“If you’re forming a new LLC or expanding the owners of an existing one, it’s important to know exactly who can be a member of an LLC. With LLCs diversifying their investors and ownership around the world, non-resident aliens and non-U.S. citizens may be interested in becoming an LLC member.”
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Business: Risk and Compliance, Starting a Business
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My writing for Incfile is provided via a marketing agency, First Page Strategy. You can see my author profile on Incfile’s blog.
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