Articles of Incorporation Help Guides and Resources

Articles of Incorporation Help Guides

What is expedited filing?

Expedited filing is a popular option for corporations seeking to shorten the time it takes to receive approval of their articles of incorporation filed with the state. This option often results in time savings of two or three weeks, allowing the corporation to open its doors and start receiving revenue much faster. The requirements for using expedit...

What are articles of incorporation?

Articles of incorporation must be filed with the appropriate state division, typically the Secretary of State’s Office. Doing so will give the nonprofit corporate status and all the rights and privileges that come with it. At a minimum, you will need to have the following information available when completing the articles of incorporation: The name...

In which state should I incorporate?

When deciding in which state to incorporate, it is necessary to consider many different factors. The ultimate choice will depend on the particulars of your business’s situation and needs. First, you will need to become familiar with the relevant business laws in the state where your business is physically located. Incorporating in your home state ma...

How do I choose a name for my business?

When completing your articles of incorporation you will need to indicate a unique name for your business. The name should not lead consumers to confuse your business with another business already in existence, especially if that business operates in the same region or industry in which you plan to conduct business. Best practice is to shortlist your...

An Overview of 501(c)(3) Provisions and Purposes

A business organized under Section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code is one used for charitable purposes. The business is exempt from federal taxes and must be a nonprofit. A 501(c)(3) organization may be a private foundation, public......

Top 3 Best States to Incorporate a Business

There are plenty of benefits to creating a separate business entity or corporation to run your business, from privacy to the protection of your assets. Where you form your corporation matters; some states are far more business friendly than......

Understanding Articles of Incorporation

If you have decided to start your own business, and have determined to form a corporation rather than another type of legal business entity, you will need to create articles of incorporation for your new business. The articles of incorporation......

What Is Foreign Entity Registration and What Do I Need to Know about It?

Foreign entity registration is confusing for many people at first. This is because, although the term includes the word "foreign," it does not really have anything to do with conducting business in other countries. If you are considering......