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What steps are required to complete the corporate organization?

Step 1. File Articles of Incorporation. The initial step in incorporating a business is to file articles of incorporation in the state Corporate Filing Office, which is usually the secretary of state’s office. This is done in the state where … Continue reading

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Where is the best place to form my new corporation?

The best answer is usually in the state where you intend to conduct most of your business or where you have an office or business presence. This is because if you incorporate in a different state than the one you … Continue reading

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Can I use any name I want for my new corporation?

You can usually choose any name you want as long as it is not already used by someone else or is not obscene or objectionable. [FE3] When articles of incorporation are filed, the Corporate Filing Office will check its database … Continue reading

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