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Our business is helping your business get up and running as a viable corporation or limited liability company (LLC). Our core competency is business formations, but we extend well beyond with the incorporating documentation and compliance services you need to protect your business.
American Incorporators is committed to helping you develop and maintain your business beyond incorporation. Here, you can find trusted resources that provide the services you need to successfully fulfill your small business needs.
Incorporating is an important step to providing you and your business with more security. It can even help you save money. The benefits are compelling, so why put it off? Don't wait: here are seven reasons you should incorporate today.
Protect personal assets. The limited liability feature of corporations offers protection for your personal assets. Why worry about losing your home or family savings, in the event of a business reversal or lawsuit? As a busy entrepreneur, you have too many other things to think about.
Increase tax savings. Take advantage of tax saving opportunities not available to sole proprietors and partnerships. You can decrease your corporation's taxable income by offering benefits to your employees, such as pensions and profit sharing. Medical, life and disability insurance premiums are completely tax deductible.
Raise capital. A corporation can raise money through the sale or issuance of stock, bonds or other securities.
Ensure continuity. If an owner of a corporation dies, the “perpetual existence†feature of corporations allows stock ownership to be quickly transferred, thereby allowing your company to continue operating without interruption.
Simplify estate and family planning. Shares of a corporation or LLC can be readily distributed to family members following your estate or business succession plan.
Enjoy corporate discounts. The retail, hospitality and banking industries all value corporate accounts and offer attractive discounts to secure your business.
It's easy. Forming a corporation or LLC is easy, and it takes less than 30 minutes to place your order. Call us at 1-800-421-2661 or place your order online now.
We hope we've inspired you to take action! Here's what you need to get started.
Forming a corporation or LLC is easy with American Incorporators Ltd.! You can form a corporation or LLC online, or place your order over the phone by calling 800.421.2661. Either way, it usually takes less than 10 minutes to complete the process.
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Most states don't require an attorney's services when you form a corporation or LLC. Actually in many cases attorneys will use American Incorporators to process their own filings since we can often do it faster and less expensively. We do strongly recommend that you consult with an attorney if you have any legal questions, if your business is complex or if you plan on doing business internationally. American Incorporators does not provide any legal or tax advice.
Deciding between a corporation and limited liability company (LLC) or choosing which type of corporation to form is a decision best made in consultation with trusted advisors, such as a lawyer or accountant. While we can't advise you on such matters, we can explain the differences and point out the benefits of corporations and limited liability companies (LLCs).
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In most states your corporation's name must include an ending that will indicate that the company is a Corporation or LLC. Some common corporate endings are Inc., Ltd., Co. Company, Corporation, Incorporated or Limited,
Some common LLC endings are: LLC, Limited liability Company
When choosing a company name, have an alternative in mind, just in case your first preference is not available.
"Par value" stock has a stated value on its face and represents the minimum worth of the shares. "No par value" stock has no stated value. Many of our clients authorize the minimum amount of no par value stock in order to minimize incorporating fees and annual franchise tax. If you need to change either the number of shares or the par value at a later date, it is an easy process that we can help you with.
Corporations and LLCs formed in Delaware are filed the same day you place an order with us. You can typically expect to receive a copy of the filed document within one to two business days.
The majority of the other states will take 3-7 business days for you to receive a copy of the filed document assuming expediting services are ordered. Non-expedited filings can take 10-15 business days in most instances.
Most states require you to list a registered agent with a physical address in the state of formation. The responsibilities of a registered agent include forwarding any government notices and accepting any legal documents on the company's behalf. Not responding to a service of process in a timely manner could result in a default judgment against the company.
Many clients choose American Incorporators Ltd. to act as their registered agent so they will not miss any important annual report due dates. Not filing the annual report by the due date can result in penalties up to $400 and the company falling out of good standing with the state. It is also a good idea to use American Incorporators Ltd. as your registered agent office to avoid listing your personal home address on formation documents. Corporate documents are public records. If you want to keep your company's business separate from your personal address, we recommend a commercial registered agent like American Incorporators.
Many service providers offer similar services, but that doesn't mean they are all alike. Ask yourself the following questions:
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Yes. You do not need to be a US citizen to set up a US company. American Incorporators can provide you with documents you will need to do business overseas such as:
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