Incorporate

What is the difference between a corporation and incorporation? A “corporation” is the business entity itself. “Incorporation” is the act of starting a corporate business entity. A corporation (Inc.), a limited partnership (LP), and a non-profit (non-stock) corporation are incorporated entities. This means they have filed their corporate charter, the founding document, with the state […]

What Is a General Partnership? A general partnership is formed through implied conduct. This is when two or more individuals agree, either orally or in writing, to engage in business towards a common goal. A general partnership commences upon performance of even preliminary tasks to create the business. This is the default applied anytime two […]

  What Is A Delaware C-Corporation, Exactly? The “C” in C-Corp refers to a corporation’s federal tax designation. The IRS designates Delaware Corporations as C-Corps by default. However, a corporation can elect to be taxed as an S-Corporation by filing IRS Form 2553.  Many entrepreneurs get confused when trying to incorporate a C-Corp on their […]

A Corporate Secretary can be a valuable asset to a corporation as it grows. But what does a Corporate Secretary do, exactly? Are companies required to have one? We dive into the details of what a Corporate Secretary is and why they are important. What Is a Corporate Secretary? A Corporate Secretary is one of […]

  Why Form a Single Member LLC? Technically, anyone can become a single member LLC. Freelancers, contractors, photographers, and musicians may choose to become a single member LLC to legally separate their professional operations from their personal assets, like their home, car, or savings. In the event of an issue with your business, your personal […]

Things to Consider When Choosing a State to Incorporate What is the best state to incorporate? Many people choose Delaware to incorporate (or form) their LLC or corporation. Here are a few things to consider when making your decision: Business-friendly laws: Choosing to incorporate in Delaware means that Delaware law will govern the internal affairs […]