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Date: 07/06/2015 | Category: | Author: Jakub Vele

Kansas Additional Services

TAX ID (Employment Identification Number - EIN) - FREE

Self-Service: Obtaining a Tax ID number doesn’t cost any money. You can apply by phone, fax or mail. You can also call toll free at (800) 829 4933 and get EIN instantly over the phone. If you apply by fax, it takes about 4-5 business days. If you apply by mail, it takes about 3-4 weeks. Please find information about Tax ID – EIN here.

Full Service: Do you need assistance with obtaining a tax ID? We can help prepare the form and obtain the tax ID for $45. Order here Tax ID.

S CORPORATION STATUS ELECTION

What is “S Corporation”?: An “S Corporation” is a corporation that elects to be taxed under Subchapter S of the Internal Revenue Code and receives IRS approval of its request for Subchapter S status. As a legal entity (an artificial person), the S corporation is separate and distinct from the corporation’s owners (the stockholders). Under Nevada incorporation law, there is no distinction between a C corporation and an S corporation. The incorporation process is the same. However, the two type of corporate entities are subject to differing federal and state tax treatment. Our cost is $45. Order S Corporation filing here.

CORPORATE KITS

Corporate kits start at only $82.50. LLC and INC. Click here to order corporate/LLC kits for any U.S. state.

FINCEN BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP INFORMATION REPORTING

We can help you submit the filing with FinCEN for your company. Companies formed in 2024 have 90 days to file initial reports after receiving official notification of their creation. Companies existing before 2024 have a deadline of January 1, 2025, for their initial reports. Those established after 2025 will have 30 days to file initial reports after registration.

Let IncParadise efficiently and affordably handle your BOI reporting with FinCEN, allowing you to focus on running your business and avoid costly compliance mistakes.

KANSAS CERTIFICATE OF GOOD STANDING

A certificate of good standing (certificate of existence) is a document issued by the Secretary of State certifying that your corporation does exist legally and that it is in good standing with the state. We can obtain one for you. The fee is $89 + state fee.

KANSAS APOSTILLE

In 1981, the United States joined the 1961 Hague Convention abolishing the Requirement of Legalization for Foreign Public Documents. The Convention provides for the authentication of public (including notarized) documents to be used in countries that have joined the convention. Apostille of Articles of Incorporation or other document is issued by the Secretary of State. Price is $89 + state fee.

KANSAS REINSTATEMENT OF CORPORATION/LLC

If your charter was revoked and you want reinstate the company, you have to pay all due fees and penalties and file appropriate annual reports.

Do you need somebody to handle reinstatement for you? Please contact us! We charge $89. We can find out how much money you owe for state fees.

KANSAS AMENDMENTS OF ARTICLES

There are times when a business needs to change the information included in the Articles of Incorporation or Articles of Organization. To do this, you need to file an amendment with the Kansas Secretary of State. Some reasons a business may need to file an amendment are to change the company’s name, to expand or alter the company’s business purpose, or to change the number of authorized shares or par value (for corporations only).

Do you need somebody to handle the filing of amendment for you? Please contact us! We charge $89 + state fees. Pay by PayPal (our email address is paypal@https://incparadise.net).

FOREIGN QUALIFICATION (all U.S. states)

Registration of foreign company qualifying to conduct business in other states: If your company expects to transact business outside your state of formation, your company may be required to qualify as a “foreign corporation” or “foreign LLC.” We can file the necessary paperwork to qualify your business as a foreign corporation or LLC in any of the 50 states.

Do you need somebody to handle foreign qualification for you? Please contact us!

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Foreign qualification fees

U.S. ADDRESS FOR PERSONAL OR BUSINESS USE AND MAIL FORWARDING

Do you need U.S. street address as your mailing address. Mail is forwarded once a week. We offer mail forwarding service based in Las Vegas, NV.

There are two options:
$150 per year. $2.50 per mailout plus postage.
$99 per year. $5.50 per mailout plus postage.

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BUSINESS LICENSE REPORT

Business licenses are mandatory for every business in the USA to operate legally. You may require federal, state, local licenses, permits, and tax regulations for your business.

Obtaining business licenses and permits is a daunting and time-consuming process as it entirely depends on the business industry, location, etc. IncParadise makes the business license process easy for you by delivering a report that lists the required federal, state, local licenses, permits, and tax regulations. Our expert research team searches, identifies and verifies the local, state, and federal licenses and permit requirements for your business type and location. They then send you the report with a list of these business license requirements so that you can save yourself time and effort.

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LOCAL VOICE MAIL AND FAX. FAX TO EMAIL.

We offer brand-new local voice mail or fax number. We will also issue you a password that will allow you to access the voice mail system in order to retrieve messages and/or set up your own customized greeting. Faxes can be forwarded to your email. Service available in KANSAS: Kansas City. More details about local voice mail and fax services.

TOLL-FREE NUMBERS

We offer the best toll-free numbers on the market. Nationwide businesses, mid-sized and small businesses, and families can order toll-free 800 services and get a number that rings directly to your home or business. Redirect it to your fax machine or cell phone and back as you change locations. Track calls on the Internet in real time. Select an easily remembered vanity number for your business. You will get: custom routing, voice mail, inbound faxing, website account management, call recording, lead generation, vanity numbers, national toll-free database search and much more!

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FAQ

Date: | Category: | Author: Jakub Vele

Kansas Incorporation Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to reserve a corporate name?

No, but it is recommended to reserve a name prior to filing to ensure that it remains available during the incorporation process.

How do I reserve a corporate name?

The reservation of your corporate name will be handled by IncParadise and is included in the price of our service.

Do I have to renew my name registration?

No.

How do I incorporate in Kansas?

When using our service, IncParadise will file, on your behalf, the required administrative forms and articles of incorporation with the appropriate Kansas agency.

Is a registered agent required?

Yes. The registered agent must be either (1) a resident individual of Kansas whose business office is the same as the registered office or (2) a domestic corporation whose business office is the same as the registered office. As part of our ongoing service, IncParadise does provide a registered agent service option that you can select during the online registration process.

How many Incorporators are required to form a corporation in Kansas?

One or more are required.

How many Directors are required to start a corporation in Kansas?

One or more as specified in the articles of incorporation or bylaws.

Are corporations in Kansas required to file an Annual Report?

Yes. A report must be filed every year at the time of the corporation files its income tax return.

Who may serve as Resident Agent

Any of the following may serve as resident agent:
a) the corporation itself,
b) an individual residing in Kansas

Didn’t find answer to your question? Email as at [email protected]

Why Kansas?

Date: | Category: | Author: Jakub Vele

Why incorporate in Kansas?

Business Information & Rankings

  • Kansas ranked 1st on the Most Business-Friendly State Index (Forbes Magazine, 2004)
  • Kansas ranked 6th on the Most Livable State Index (Morgan Quitno’s State Rankings, 2004)
  • Kansas ranked 8th on the Small Business Survival Index 2005 (Small Business and Entrepreneurship Council)

Cost of living

For Lawrence, KS (2005):Index Score
Composite:97.6
Housing:98.5
Utilities:98.1
Misc. Goods & Services:98.9

Crime Rate

Kansas has the 33rd lowest crime ranking in the U.S. (U.S. Dept. of Justice, FBI, Uniform Crime Reports, 2004)

Fees & Taxes

Business Inventory Tax
Business inventory is exempt.

Corporate Income Tax
Tax rate: 4% with a 3.35% surtax is imposed on taxable income in excess of $50,000.

Personal Income Tax
Kansas’s personal income tax system consists of three separate brackets with a top rate of 6.45% starting at an income level of $30,000.

Personal Property Tax
Taxable. All individuals, companies and corporations who own or have subject to their control any tangible personal property must file a personal property assessment form. Intangible tax is assessed on money or deposits, stocks, and bonds. Real property is assessed and collected at the county level.

State Sales and Use Tax
Base Rate: 5.3%
Machinery Rate: none

There is an exemption for machinery and equipment used directly and primarily in manufacturing, assembling, processing, finishing, storing, warehousing, or distributing articles of tangible personal property in the state intended for resale by a manufacturing or processing plant or facility or a storage, warehousing, or distribution facility.

Unemployment Insurance
Kansas’ new employers’ rate is the average industry rate for 3 years.

Kansas Business License

Date: 08/20/2018 | Category: | Author: Jakub Vele

Kansas Business License

Once you have registered your business entity, the next step is to check if your business requires a license or a permit. A business license is required to ensure smooth operations although not all businesses in Kansas require the same. Some of the licenses in the state are considered as “regulatory” and mostly relate to the following:

  • Health and safety
  • Environment
  • Building and construction

A business license in Kansas can be issued by the state or the city or county. There are several departments that issue a variety of licenses and permits. For instance if you were to start a company selling or making bio-fuels then the licensing information and processing will be done by the Kansas Department of Agriculture (KDA).

How to Get a Business License in Kansas

Where and how do you apply for a Kansas company license? Are permits required for your business entity? Does the business entity require a single license or multiple permits or licenses? Who is the issuing authority for these licenses or permits? The only way to answer these questions is by understanding the process of business licensing.

There are two steps in acquiring a business license in the state of Kansas and they are:

The Industry and Business Operation

It is extremely important to identify the industry that your business is a part of. This will help you to narrow down on the type of business license you require. It will also help you to determine if you require a single license, multiple licenses, permits etc. Let’s look at an example to understand how the process works.

Food Business

If you have been planning to start a food business then the type of Kansas company license will depend on the type of food business. In the state of Kansas, food business can be further categorized as:

  • Food Establishment: This is considered to be an establishment that delivers or offers food directly to the consumer and includes restaurants, bakeries, convenience stores, bars, and mobile food vendors.
  • Food vending machines: This is classified as a self-service device, which, upon receiving payment, will dispense unit serving of food, in packages or in bulk.
  • Food processing plant: This type of business operation includes manufacturers, packagers, labelers or units that store food for human consumption.
  • Dairy operation: A dairy operation would include a dairy manufacturing plant, milk or dairy product distribution outlet, milk or cream receiving station, a milk hauler, manufacture of single service dairy containers, etc.

Once you have identified the type of business like a restaurant in this case, then the next step would be to submit “Food Safety Plans” to the Kansas Department of Agriculture. SAMPLE PLAN APPLICATION

It takes 1-2 weeks to review the plans. Once approved, a licensing inspection will be scheduled. A food safety inspector will conduct the inspection and a business license in Kansas will issued only after successful inspection. APPLICATION FOR FOOD ESTABLISHMENT LICENSE

Who issues the License?

Who is responsible for the issuance of a Kansas company license? What is the annual fee? Do I need to renew it? These are some of the important questions to consider as licenses pertaining to different industries are issued by different government authorities. Let’s look at the Food Establishment example to clearly understand this.

  • Business License Issuer – Kansas Department of Agriculture, Food Safety & Lodging
  • Fee for food establishment license – The fee for food establishment license depends on the total area.
    If the area of your restaurant is less than 5,000 sq. ft. then the total fee would be Application Fee ($300.00) + License Fee ($250) = $550
    If the area of your restaurant is between 10,001 and 50,000 sq. ft. then the total business license fee would be Application Fee ($350.00) + License Fee ($500) = $850
  • Validity of business license in Kansas – The validity period for all food establishment licenses is from April 1st to March 31st and has to be renewed annually.

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Advantages of Incorporating a Business in Kansas

Date: | Category: | Author: Jakub Vele

Advantages of Incorporating a Business in Kansas

There has been a steady rise in the number of startup companies in Kansas since Mars Chocolate North America started a chocolate factory in Topeka, Kansas. Today, some of the largest companies based in the state include Koch Industries, Payless Shoe Source, Spirit Aero Systems, Synergy Group, Sprint, Ace Aircraft Manufacturing Company, Air Midwest Inc, Coleman Company, and Cessna Aircraft Company among others. The Agriculture industry is right at the top and accounts for almost 45 percent of the Kansas economy. This is followed by Manufacturing, Oil, Gas, and Mining, and Education.

Business Growth Incentives for New Businesses

What makes Kansas such a good destination for starting a new business? Today, Kansas has a diverse industry base as it offers a strong transportation network and marketing advantages. Let’s look at some of the basic advantages that a startup company in Kansas can leverage:

Advantage#1: The benefits of Incorporation or LLC formation

Corporation

  • Federal taxation: If you register a new company in Kansas as an S corporation then the corporation or firm will not pay any income tax. Instead, each shareholder or owners in the company will be liable to pay tax on their personal tax returns.
  • Independent life: When you register a new business in Kansas as an S Corporation, it will enjoy an independent life. This means that the incapacitation or death of a stockholder will not have a negative impact on the business operations.
  • Transfer of ownership: The interests in an S corporation can easily be transferred without any adverse tax consequences unlike in a partnership or an LLC.

LLC

  • Limited Liability: As an owner of a Kansas LLC, you will be able to enjoy limited liability protection quite similar to what a corporation enjoys.
  • Flexible Profit Distribution: A startup LLC company in Kansas has the opportunity to select different ways of distribution of profits unlike a partnership where the distribution is 50-50.
  • No Minutes of meetings: An LLC startup company in Kansas will not be required to maintain any minutes of the meetings or resolutions.

Advantage#2: Kansas Business Incentives

Once you register a new company in Kansas, there are several business incentives and programs that your company can benefit from. Let’s take a look at some of the most popular programs:

  • Foreign Trade Zones (FTZ): The Foreign Trade Zones in Kansas are designated as Alternative Site Framework (ASF) and the primary objective is to provide a quota and duty-free entry point for an unlimited period under customs supervision. If you register a new company in Kansas FTZ, your business would be eligible for FTZ benefits.
  • Economic Development Grants: These grants are available to eligible businesses. The objective of the grant is to provide gap financing to private businesses that retain or create permanent jobs in the state. The grant amount can vary from $35,000 to $750,000.
  • State Small Business Credit Initiative: If you register a new business in Kansas, you will be able to benefit from this program where funding is provided through the United States Treasury and the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI). The fund amount can vary from $25,000 to $500,000 depending on the type of program opted for.

Are there any Disadvantages of Incorporating in Kansas?

The state of Kansas has a friendly business climate that provides small and medium sized businesses with good transportation infrastructure, skilled workforce, several types of grants and loans, tax credits, competitive electricity rates, Historically Underutilized Business Zones (HUBZone) programs, and much more. The only disadvantages that a startup company Kansas may face is related to the processing time and effort, which can be quite high depending on the type of business you are planning to form. In the long run, the advantages of forming a company in the state are far more than the disadvantages.

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Kansas LLC and Corporation Registration and Formation

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Kansas LLC and Corporation Registration and Formation

If you are wondering why you should form a business in Kansas then the answer lies in the overall business climate of the state. The state offers small and medium sized enterprises (SME’s) an extremely proactive regulatory and legislative environment. Apart from this, you can also take advantage of a variety of tax incentives, grants and loans, business incentive programs, strong transportation infrastructure, and a skilled workforce. These are some of the factors that make the “Sunflower State” a perfect destination for investment and business innovation.

We are one of the top Kansas registered agents and are familiar with all processes pertaining to the Kansas State and can provide information and assistance for successful set up of your business!

Let’s take a look at how you can form a Kansas business LLC or Corporation.

Kansas LLC Registration and Formation

Kansas LLC Registration & Formation

LLC company formation in Kansas is governed by the 2012 Kansas Statutes, Article 76 Limited Liability Companies. The procedure for registration and formation of LLC is as follows:

Step#1: Maintain a registered agent

According to KS Stat § 17-7666 (2012), an LLC will be required to maintain a registered agent if you are planning to form a Kansas business. A registered agent is required for both domestic business entities and foreign entities authorized to transact business in the state of Kansas. We would take this opportunity to share with you the fact that we are one of the top registered agents in the state and have been responsible for over 11,494 businesses set up in Kansas.

We are in compliance with all regulations in the State of Kansas.

Step#2: LLC Name Reservation

One of the key requirements of company formation in Kansas is reservation or registration of a business entity name. A domestic or foreign LLC is required to identify a name, which can be reserved pursuant to KS Stat § 17-7665 (2012) by submitting an application to the office of the Secretary of State. An LLC can reserve its name for a period of 120 days.

Step#3: Articles of Organization and Application for Registration

If you are planning to form a Kansas business LLC then the most important step is to prepare and file the proper documents for a Limited Liability Company. You will be required to file Articles of Organization pursuant to KS Stat § 17-7673 (2012) for a domestic LLC. If your business entity is a foreign LLC then you will be required to file an “Application for Registration” pursuant to KS Stat § 17-76-122 (2012). The application or documentation for registration of LLC can be filed with the Secretary of State in person or online.

We can file the form on your behalf as your registered agent in the state and provide you with certified copies of the LLC registration.

In case, you have any questions regarding how to form a Kansas business, feel free to reach us on 702-871-8678.

Kansas Corporation Registration and Formation

Kansas Corporation Registration & Formation

If you are planning to form a Corporation in Kansas then the procedure for registration and formation is as follows:

Step#1: Maintain a Registered Agent

According to 2012 Statute, KS Stat § 17-6201 through to § 17-6206, you will be required to maintain a registered agent if you are planning to form a Kansas business. A registered agent is required for both domestic business entities and foreign corporations authorized to transact business in the state of Kansas. We would take this opportunity to share with you the fact that we are one of the top registered agents in the state and have been responsible for over 11,494 businesses set up in Kansas.

We are in compliance with all regulations in the State of Kansas.

Step#2: Corporate Name Reservation

Whether you form a domestic profit corporation or a foreign corporation, you need to identify a name and reserve it pursuant to KS Stat § 17-7923 (2012). A key component of company formation in Kansas, reservation of name will provide the business entity exclusive rights to using the domestic or foreign corporate name for business purposes. It can be reserved for a period of 120 days.

Step#3: Articles of Incorporation and Application for Registration

If you are planning to form a Corporation in Kansas then the type of registration form you will require is dependent on whether your business is based in Kansas or it is a foreign entity. You will need to file Articles of Incorporation for a domestic Corporation pursuant to KS Stat § 17-6602. If it is a foreign business entity then you will have to file an Application for Registration pursuant to KS Stat § 17-7931. The application or documentation for registration of a business corporation can be filed with the office of the Secretary of State, in person or online.

We can file the form on your behalf as your registered agent in the state and provide you with certified copies of the incorporation documents.

If you have any questions regarding Kansas incorporation or LLC formation, you can simply visit the Kansas Business formation page.

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