In Nebraska, Occupation Tax Reports (annual reports) are filed biennially in even-numbered years for profit Corps and biennially in odd-numbered years for nonprofit Corps. An annual occupation tax is levied against domestic and foreign corporations. The tax is due January 1 of each year. The tax levied against domestic corporations is calculated based on the amount of paid-up capital stock of the corporation. The minimum fee is $52.
LLCs file biennially in odd-number years by April 1. The fee is $28. Reports are considered delinquent after June 1.
If you need help, we can file the biennial report for you. Our fee is only $45. To order our service, please click on the following link:
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.
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.
NEBRASKA 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.
NEBRASKA 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.
NEBRASKA 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.
NEBRASKA 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 Nebraska 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.
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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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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 Nebraska?
When using our service, IncParadise will file, on your behalf, the required administrative forms and articles of incorporation with the appropriate Nebraska agency.
Is a registered agent required?
Yes. The registered agent must maintain a business office that is identical to the registered office and must be either: (1) an individual residing in Nebraska, or (2) a corporation with authority to transact business in the state. 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 Nebraska?
One or more are required.
How many Directors are required to start a corporation in Nebraska?
One or more as specified either in the bylaws or the articles of incorporation.
Are corporations in Nebraska required to file an Annual Report?
Yes. A report must be filed by March 1 of each even-numbered year.
Nebraska LLC and Corporation Registration and Formation
The increasing number of companies formed in Nebraska has boosted the state’s economy and helped the businesses to achieve targeted growth. Forbes “Best States for Business” report ranks Nebraska among the top four and this is for the third straight year. This is good news for new businesses or start-ups and this is mostly because the state provides a business-friendly regulatory climate as well as low business operating costs. The economic center of the state is Omaha and is also the home to Berkshire Hathaway, founded by Warren Buffett, the 2nd richest man in the world.
We are one of the top Nebraska registered agents and are familiar with all incorporation processes pertaining to the Nebraska State and can provide information and assistance for successful set up of your business! Let’s take a look at how to go about company formation in Nebraska.
Nebraska LLC Registration and Formation
LLC company formation in Nebraska is governed by Nebraska Revised Statutes – Chapter 21, Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The procedure for registration and formation of LLC is as follows:
Step#1: Maintain a registered agent
If you are planning to form a Limited Liability Company in Nebraska then you will be required to designate and continuously maintain a registered agent in the state pursuant to Neb. Rev. Stat. §21-113. This law is applicable for domestic limited liability company as well as foreign limited liability company. 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 Nebraska. We can assist you to form a Nebraska business LLC.
Step#2: LLC Name Reservation
One of the foremost steps towards company formation in Nebraska is identifying a name for your business entity. What is the process? The process is as follows:
Identify a name for your business entity
According to Neb. Rev. Stat. §21-108, the name should contain the phrase or words “limited liability company” or the abbreviations “L.L.C.”, or “LLC”.
The chosen name should be distinguishable and should not be deceptively similar to the name of any limited partnership, corporation, or limited liability company
Apply for reservation of name pursuant to the provisions of Nebraska Revised Statute, Chapter 21 Section 109.
Submit the form through online or mail at the Office of the Secretary of State along with the applicable fee. An LLC can reserve its name for a period of 120 days.
Step#3: Certificate of Organization and Certificate of Authority
If you are planning to form a Nebraska business LLC then the most important step is to prepare and file the proper documents for a Limited Liability Company. The steps are:
If you want to register a domestic LLC then you will be required to file “Certificate of Organization” governed by Nebraska Revised Statute, Chapter 21 Section 117.
If your business entity is a foreign LLC then you will be required to file “Certificate of Authority” pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statute, Chapter 21 Section 158 (Neb. Rev. Stat. §21-156).
The application or documentation for registration of LLC can be filed with the office of the Secretary of State, through mail 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 Nebraska business, feel free to call us on 702-871-8678.
Nebraska Corporation Registration and Formation
If you are planning to form a Corporation in Nebraska then the procedure for registration and formation is as follows:
Step#1: Maintain a Registered Agent
If you are planning to form a business or professional corporation in Nebraska then you will be required to continuously maintain a registered agent in the state pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statutes Chapter 21, Corporations and Other Companies § 21-2031. This law is applicable to domestic as well as foreign corporations. 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 Nebraska. We can assist you to form a Nebraska business as we are in compliance with all regulations in the State of Nebraska.
Step#2: Corporate Name Reservation
In order to form a corporation in Nebraska, one of the key steps is identifying a name for your business entity. What is the process? The process is as follows:
According to NE REV ST § 21-2028, a corporate name should contain the phrase or words “corporation”, “company”, “incorporated”, or the abbreviations “Corp.”, or “Inc.”
The chosen name should be distinguishable and should not be deceptively similar to the name of any limited liability company, limited partnership, or corporation
Apply for reservation of name pursuant to NE REV ST § 21-2029.
Submit the form through mail or online with the Office of the Secretary of State along with the applicable fee. A business corporation can reserve its name for a period of 120 days.
A foreign corporation would have to register their business name with the Secretary of State.
Step#3: Articles of Incorporation and Certificate of Authority
If you are planning to form a corporation in Nebraska, then the most important step is to prepare and file the proper documents for a business corporation. The steps are:
If you want to register a domestic corporation then you will be required to file “Articles of Incorporation” pursuant to Neb. Rev. Stat. § 21-2018.
If your business entity is a foreign corporation then you will be required to file a ” Certificate of Authority” to transact business in the state pursuant to Neb. Rev. Stat. § 21-20,168.
The application or documentation for registration of a corporation can be filed with the office of the Secretary of State, through mail 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.
If you have any questions regarding Nebraska incorporation or LLC formation, you can simply visit the Nebraska Business Formation page.
Advantages of Incorporating a Business in Nebraska
One of the salient aspects of establishing a startup company Nebraska is that you will be able to leverage the business-friendly climate and community. The Business Facilities magazine ranked Nebraska among the top 10 states in terms of business climate. It is one of the most competitive locations for businesses in the entire midwest because of the following:
Transportation and Logistics: A strong transportation and logistics network that includes Interstates/Highways, Rail, Freight Services, Air, and even Waterways. The network enables businesses including manufacturing, agriculture, mining, and services to derive optimum results.
Workforce and Training: If you register a new company in Nebraska, you can leverage a job-ready workforce. Your business can achieve high productivity levels as the workforce is well trained, has necessary skills for technical, service sector, blue collar, and white collar occupations.
Business Resources: Whether you are planning a small start-up or a mid-size business establishment, you can access a variety of business resources made available by the state of Nebraska. The resources vary from learning how to start or do business in Nebraska to benefiting from funds, grants, and incentives offered by the state and counties.
Setting up an LLC or Corporation – Advantages
What type of start-up company in Nebraska should you opt for? If you are planning to form an LLC or a Corporation in Nebraska then would you derive any benefits in the state? Let’s look at the advantages of the most common forms of formal associations:
Advantage#1: Salient benefits of Corporation or LLC formation
Corporation
Nebraska Tax Structure: One of the advantages of Nebraska Corporation is that the state has implemented a pro-business tax structure. If you establish a start-up company in Nebraska then these are some of the tax benefits:
– No sales tax on raw materials used for manufacturing
– No inventory tax
– No state property tax
– No sales tax on sales of energy used for manufacturing purposes
– No personal property tax on intangibles
– Sales and use tax credits on property that qualifies for specific investment incentives
Independent Life: If you register a new business in Nebraska as an S Corporation then the most important advantage is that it will enjoy an independent life. The business entity will continue operation undisturbed even if it is faced with the death of one of its stockholders.
Change in Ownership: If you have formed an S Corporation in Nebraska then sale, purchase, as well as gifting of stock can facilitate changes in ownership. The changes can take place without disturbing the ability of the corporation to conduct its business.
LLC
Financial Incentives: If you are planning to register a new company in Nebraska as an LLC then you can benefit from the fact that Nebraska’s economic development, tax, and finance organizations provide a variety of incentive programs that aim at supporting new businesses during their start-up phase. The Nebraska Progress Loan Fund (NPLF) and the Angel Sidecar Fund are two programs that provide funding to start-up companies.
Limited Liability: The owner of a Nebraska LLC will be able to enjoy limited liability protection, which means creditors can sue the LLC but not the owner or investors.
Flexible Profit Distribution: When you register a new business in Nebraska as an LLC, it will enjoy the benefit of being able to select different ways of distribution of profits.
Advantage#2: Business Incentive Programs
Starting a business is not as difficult as sustaining a business and this is where you can take advantage of the several programs that are targeted at aiding growth and expansion of small and medium sized enterprises (SME’s). Let’s take a look at some of the top programs for a start-up company in Nebraska:
Nebraska Enterprise Zones: The Nebraska Department of Economic Development has identified several areas considered as “economically distressed areas”. If you register a new company in Nebraska enterprise zone then you can apply for increased tax credits vis-à-vis regular tax credits under the Employment Expansion and Investment Incentive Act. Check the existing enterprise zone map.
Nebraska Tax Incentives: Whether you form an LLC or a corporation in Nebraska, you can definitely benefit from a variety of tax incentives available in the state. The two most beneficial programs for businesses are the Nebraska Microenterprise Tax Credit and the Nebraska Angel Investment Tax Credit.
Rural Enterprise Assistance Project (REAP): This is a program initiated by the Center for Rural Affairs and it focuses primarily on small business development. If your start-up company in Nebraska qualifies for this project then you will have access to:
– One-on-one technical assistance
– Cash flow and budget assistance
– REAP Online Lending System
– Quick GROW Loans up to $5,000
– REAP Rapid Loan up to $10,000
Are there any Disadvantages of Incorporating in Nebraska?
If you are wondering if there are any disadvantages when you register a new company in Nebraska then it is important to know that the disadvantages are few as compared to the advantages or benefits. The disadvantages are specific to the type of business entity you form like a limited liability company has “Limited Life” while the process of incorporation takes more time than other forms of organization. The bottom line is that Nebraska is one of the best locations to start your business and help it achieve growth.
Nebraska has long survived on agricultural economy and slowly has transformed into an economy that is not just reliant on agriculture but also on other sectors like financial services, manufacturing, transportation, meat processing, biomedical research, and information technology among others. The state offers businesses a favorable climate and a variety of incentives and support to aid in their overall growth. As a result, there has been an increase in the number of new businesses formed and incorporated in Nebraska.
Why Choose Nebraska for Incorporation?
Is company incorporation in Nebraska a really good business option? The number of start-up and small businesses increased in Nebraska in the last 5 years. The construction industry topped the Nebraska Small Firms by Industry in the 2013 list and moved to 4th rank by 2015 as Health Care and Social Assistance, Accommodation and Food Services while Retail Trade jumped up the table.
Now let’s take a look at some of the salient benefits that are responsible for fuelling growth of small businesses:
Enterprise Zones: This program initiated by the Nebraska Department of Economic Development is aimed at small and medium sized enterprises. If you set up company in Nebraska enterprise zone then your business would be eligible for a variety of business incentive and funds or grants. Nebraska Enterprise Zone Application
Rural Assistance Enterprise Project (REAP): The program has been initiated by the Nebraska Center for Rural Affairs and focuses on small business development by providing access to business management training, networking, technical assistance, and credit (micro-loans).
How do you incorporate in Nebraska?
What is the process of company incorporation in Nebraska? Do you require any specific documents? How can you submit or file these documents? These are some of the questions that you will be confronted with and hence the following steps will provide you with information on how incorporation works in Nebraska:
Type of Business
What type of business would you like to form in Nebraska? There are a variety of businesses you can form in the state of Nebraska and these include Domestic and Foreign Business Corporation, Nonprofit Corporation, General Partnerships, Limited Partnerships, Limited Liability Partnerships, and Domestic and Foreign Limited Liability Company among others. If you are planning company incorporation in Nebraska or forming an LLC then it is important to first identify the type of business you want to set up.
Business Entity Name
What is the next step towards incorporation in Nebraska? The next step is to identify and reserve a name and this can be done as follows:
Naming Requirements: The naming requirements in the state of Nebraska are governed by Neb. Rev. Stat. §21-108 (LLC) and NE Rev. St. § 21-2028 (Corporation). The name of each limited liability company must contain words like “Limited Liability Company” or abbreviations like “L.L.C.” or “LLC”. A corporate name must contain words like “corporation”, or “incorporated” or abbreviations like “corp.” or “inc.”
Business name search: You need to search for a business name that is not in use currently. You can conduct name search here.
Name Reservation: Once you have identified a business entity name, you can reserve the name with the Secretary of State for a period of 120 days.
Name Registration
If you are foreign entity planning to set up a company in Nebraska then you will be required to register the business name with the Secretary of State.
Choose a Registered Agent
Each Business or Professional Corporation and Limited Liability Company in the state of Nebraska is required to maintain a registered agent pursuant to Neb. Rev. Stat. §21-113 (LLC) and NE Rev. St. § 21-2031 (Corporation). We are one of the respected registered agents in Nebraska and will be responsible for initiating company incorporation in Nebraska through processing of all your documents including “Articles of Incorporation” for domestic corporations and “Certificate of Authority” for foreign corporations.
Articles of Incorporation and Certificate of Authority
If you are planning to form a domestic corporation (For profit), then you will have to file “Articles of incorporation” pursuant to Neb. Rev. Stat. § 21-2018. If you are planning to form a foreign business corporation in Nebraska then you will be required to file a “Certificate of Authority” pursuant to Neb. Rev. Stat. § 21-20,168. In order to streamline the process we can file documents on your behalf through the online process or through an expedited process.
Date Stamped Copies
As a part of the process of company incorporation in Nebraska, we will ensure, you receive date-stamped and filed copies that verifies that the state has filed as well as formed your corporation.
Costs and Fees associated with Nebraska Incorporation
What would it cost to set up a company in Nebraska? Check Fees here!
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