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Date: 06/24/2015 | Category: | Author: Jakub Vele

Additional Services

NV State Filings

We notify our clients about Annual lists due on their companies, but we also offer additional filings:

– More services can be found here

IRS filing

  • Tax ID – EIN – Every company needs a Tax ID. We can either obtain one for you or prepare the SS-4 form for you.
  • S status election – If you want you C Corp be taxed as S Corp use the S Corp election on the order form.
  • EDGAR Filing Services – EDGAR is an electronic filing system which was developed by the SEC for increasing the accessibility and efficiency of the corporate filings in the USA. The EDGAR filing system is utilized by each and every publicly traded corporation when they need to submit the important documents to the SEC.

Kits

If you want full service we can prepare the meetings and fill out the forms for you for a small fee:

Partners

We can help you with referrals for CPA or bookkeeping. Let us know what you are looking for and we will check if we can offer you a good referral.

Here is the list of preferred partners:

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FAQ

Date: | Category: | Author: Jakub Vele

Frequently Asked Questions about incorporating

General Incorporating FAQ

Do you have to have an address of the actual business in Nevada?

No, you dont need the address of the business to be in Nevada. A Nevada address is not part of the Articles of Incorporation. The State of Nevada is not asking about the address or place of business in the incorporation process. We, as a resident agent and incorporator, ask about the contact address, which is just for our records. You only have to provide the address of first director. It can be any addresss. It doesn’t have to be specifically home or business. It can be for example PO BOX. If you need address in Nevada you can order our Mail forwarding service, which includes street address.

See how Nevada Articles looks like – Set up Nevada Corporation – Set up Nevada LLC

Do you have to have a bank account in Nevada?

You dont need a Nevada bank account and you also dont need to operate your business in Nevada. We work for many international clients who are using Nevada corporations for doing business in other countries. You are free to do business and open a bank account in any state or country in the world. If you need bank account in Nevada please visit this page for more info. We will give you personal contacts to banks we work with. You will be able to open bank account over the phone or fax. It is very easy process

We have great personal contacts in several banks for business accounts and loans. We will provide them to you once you incorporate.

What else do I have to pay after the set up fee and for what? Are there any other costs involved?

Every company in Nevada is required to file the form called “Initial List of officers and directors (or Initial List of Members or Managers)”. Initial/Annual list for Corporations (INC) and Limited Liability Company (LLC) is $150.  We always mail the form together with the incorporation paperwork. If you didn’t receive it,  please call our office or visit website with Initial list forms.

State business license fee for Corporations (INC) is $500 + $45 our processing fee and for Limited Liability Company (LLC) is $200 + $45 our processing fee. State Business License is mandatory with each Initial/Annual List.

We charge only $10 to file the list for you. Order here.

How long does it take to get a Tax ID number? How do I obtain a Tax ID number?

You can get it over the phone right away if your filing is finished. There are four ways how to obtain TAX ID (Employment Identification Number EIN). By phone, fax, mail, or now the internet. Please go to our resource page to download forms and instructions for FREE.

Obtaining Tax ID doesn’t cost any money. You can now get Tax ID instantly over the Internet. Please check information on our website and direct link.

What are the advantages to incorporate in Nevada?

Please read about advantages to incorporate in Nevada here.

Can I conduct business in other states?

Yes! Citizens of other states and foreign countries are able to own and operate a Nevada corporation. They are welcomed and encouraged to do this. You can live anywhere in the world, it’s no problem. Nevada law does not require your shareholders or directors meetings to ever be held in Nevada. When doing business in another place you must comply with local laws and licensing of the state in which you do business.

We can help you to register your Nevada company to do busines in any U.S. State. The process is called foreign qualification.

What are the rules for corporate names? Are the name endings like LLC, INC. required?

The name must not be the same, or deceptively similar to, the name of any corporation, limited partnership, limited liability company, foreign corporation, foreign limited partnership, foreign limited liability company, or a name reserved for use of any other proposed corporation, unless written consent of the person or other entity for whom the name is reserved is filed with the articles. A name appearing to be that of a natural person and containing a given name or initials must not be used as a corporate name, except with an additional word such as “Incorporated,” “Limited,” “Inc.,” “Ltd.,” “Company,” “Co.,” “Corporation,” “Corp.,” or other word identifying it as not being the name of a natural person. If the name implies banking, trust, or insurance powers, prior approval of the banking superintendent or insurance commissioner is needed.

See complete rules for Nevada here. We always check if the rules are followed when filing incorporation paperwork.

Our service FAQ

How long have we been in the Incorporation business? Our references?

We have incorporated hundreds of companies in Europe and worldwide. We have been in Nevada since 2001. We offer very aggressive and competetive pricing packages. We work hard to get most of the orders processed very quickly.

Read about us here.

Do you provide a corporate kit? Do I need a kit? Is a kit part of our offer?

If you have filed Articles of incorporation, you have a legal company. A corporate/LLC kit, which consists of a personalized binder, minutes, by-laws/operating agreement, resolutions, share/membership certificates (and a corporate seal)  is not necessary to be legal. It is, however, useful in terms of both organizing your paperwork and helping structure your corporation optimally. Additionally, record keeping is a critical part of maintaining your corporation’s good standing.

You can order kit through our website.

Can you obtain a certificate of good standing?

A certificate of good standing, which is also called a certificate of existence, is a document issued by the Secretary of State which certifies that your corporation does exist legally and that it is in good standing with the State. We can obtain one for you.

We can help you to obtain Certificate of Good Standing. We can do also take care of Apostille, Amendments, Dissolutions, etc.

Can you change the amount of shares after you already set up the corporation and how?

To change the amount of shares your corporation is authorized to issue can be done by changing Articles. It is done by Amendment and by Restating Articles.  We charge $89 + state fees for doing any amendments or restating Articles.

We can file amendment for you.

How can I pay if I have trouble with Paypal or Credit Card?

You can always mail a personal check, money order or cashier check. We can also email you information for wire transfer. You can also fax credit card authorization form. Just print it out and fax to us. Credit card authorizaton forms are available on each product page.

For fast processing of expedite orders please don’t use personal checks. Personal checks take an additional 3-4 business days to clear. If you are OK with delay you can use them.

We appreciate your business!

Questions about different entities

What is the difference between INC and LLC?

“LLC” and “Corporation” have many of the same characteristics. The most important characteristic they share is that they both offer limited liability protection to its owners. Typically, shareholders are not liable for the debts and obligations of the corporation; thus, creditors will not come knocking at the door of a shareholder to pay debts of the corporation. In a partnership or sole proprietorship the owner’s personal assets may be used to pay debts of the business. With an LLC, the members are not personally liable for the debts and obligations of the corporation.

There are many important differences between the corporation and LLC. The entities are taxed differently. An LLC is a pass-through tax entity. This means that the income to the entity is not taxed at the entity level; however, the entity does complete a tax return. The income or loss as shown on this return is “passed through” the business entity to the individual shareholders or interest holders, and is reported on their individual tax returns.

With a standard corporation, the corporation is a separately taxable entity. Corporations are treated as a separate legal taxable entity for income tax purposes. Therefore, corporations pay tax on their earnings. If corporate earnings are distributed to shareholders in the form of dividends, the corporation does not receive the reasonable business expense deduction, and dividend income is taxed as regular income to the shareholders. Thus, to the extent that earnings are distributed to shareholders as dividends, there is a double tax on earnings at the corporate and shareholder level. We can do S Corporation status election with IRS for $25

What is the difference between a "C" and an "S" corporation?

All corporations start life as “C” corporations. As a benefit to small businesses, which meet certain criteria, the Internal Revenue Service allows them to apply (via form 2553) for “S” status. This means that the corporation will be taxed similarly to a partnership, with each shareholder reporting the profit or loss of the corporation on his personal tax return, in proportion to the percentage of shares he holds. This means that if there is a loss the shareholder can use it to offset his other tax obligations. If there is a profit it is taxed once, at the individual’s tax rate, rather than twice (a “C” corporation will pay a tax on profits and individual shareholders will be taxed again when those profits are distributed as dividends.) We can do S Corporation status election with IRS for $25

Are there any drawbacks to being an "S" corporation?

The main negatives are the restrictions. There cannot be more than 100 shareholders; non-resident or non-US citizens may not be shareholders; and the tax year is somewhat inflexible (it usually must end on Dec. 31). Qualified trusts, or exempt organizations can be shareholders of an S Corporation. We can do S Corporation status election with IRS for $25

What is the difference between an "S" corporation and a Limited Liability Company?

In terms of reporting income, they are quite similar. The LLC is somewhat less restrictive than the “S” corporation. There can be any number of members, and there are few restrictions on who those members may be. They are also a relatively new entity, so there is not as great a definitive body of tax rulings on them as there is with corporations. We can do S Corporation status election with IRS for $25

Why incorporate as Close Corporation?

A business in the state of Nevada can be incorporated either under Nevada Revised Statutes Chapter 78 Private Corporations or Nevada Revised Statutes Chapter 78A Close Corporations. In order to file as a close corporation, NRS 78A.020 requires that the number of shareholders shall not exceed 30.

Why incorporate as a close corporation under NRS Chapter 78A? The vast majority of individuals incorporate their businesses in order to limit their liability to their investment in the corporation. Even if a business is incorporated, a shareholders personal assets my still be reached by creditors of the corporation in order to pay the debts of the corporation, including civil judgments against the corporation. This occurs when a court of competent jurisdiction pierces the ” corporate veil“.

The term corporate veil is a legal “terrm of art” for the state statutory protection limiting the liability of shareholders of a corporation to their investment in the corporation. A court can pierce the corporate veil for various reasons. One of the many reasons for piercing the corporate veil, and the one which is relevant at hand, is when the corporation does not strictly comply with the state’s strict statutory requirements for record keeping and the holding of meetings. A business incorporated under NRS Chapter 78 must strictly comply with the record keeping and meeting requirements promulgated under NRS Chapter 78 or risk having its corporate veil pierced by a court in a civil suit. In other words, a close corporation can be operated informally, while a business incorporated under NRS Chapter 78 must be operated formally.

A business incorporated as a close corporation under NRS Chapter 78A does not have to strictly adhere to the record keeping and meeting requirements of NRS Chapter 78. Consequently, a business incorporated under NRS Chapter 78A rather than NRS 78 has less of a chance of having its corporate veil pierced.

Another advantage of incorporating a business under NRS Chapter 78A rather than NRS Chapter 78 is that a close corporation is not required to have a board of directors, the corporation can be directed directly by the shareholders.

It must be pointed out that a business incorporated under NRS Chapter 78A is still governed by those provisions of NRS Chapter 78 which are not inconsistent with NRS Chapter 78A. Also, NRS Chapter 78 places restrictions on the transfer of stock in a close corporation which must be conspicuously printed on the shares of the corporation.

Order your Nevada Close Corporation online now!

Corporations INC FAQ

What do the terms "articles," "meeting" "bylaws" and "minutes" mean?

Articles of Incorporation
The Articles of Incorporation is the primary legal document of a corporation; it serves as a corporations constitution. The articles are filed with the proper state government to begin corporate existence. The articles contain basic information on the corporation as required by state law.

Organization Meeting
The organizational meeting completes the formation of the corporation. At the organizational meeting, a number of initial tasks are completed such as: the Articles of Incorporation are ratified; the initial shares are issued; officers are elected; bylaws are approved; and a resolution authorizing the opening of bank account is passed. If the initial directors are named in the Articles of Incorporation, they can hold the organizational meeting. If they are not named, then the organizational meeting is held by the incorporator.

Bylaws
Bylaws are rules and regulations adopted by a corporation for its internal governance. They usually contain provisions relating to shareholders, directors, officers and general corporate business. At the corporations initial meeting, the bylaws are adopted. Bylaws are a private document not filed with any state authority.

Minutes
The Board of Directors and shareholders transact business at meetings, with decisions being typically made by majority vote. Certain formalities must be followed in holding Board of Directors and shareholder meetings. The meetings must be held pursuant to notice. Notice may be waived if the waiver is done in writing. The secretary or other person mailing the notice should complete an affidavit of mailing notice, and the minutes of the meeting should be recorded. The notice document, affidavit or waiver should all be attached to the minutes of the meeting.

Are directors' and officers' names a matter of public record?

Yes. Names and addresses are filed with the state and are therefore available to anyone. Nevada requires this filing annually. They do not require notification of intervening changes.

What is the responsibility of the president, treasurer and secretary?

The president is typically responsible for entering into contracts on behalf of the corporation; the treasurer is responsible for maintaining and accounting for corporate funds; and the secretary is responsible for observing corporate formalities and maintaining corporate records.

In addition to these required officer positions, a corporation may also have vice presidents and/or assistant secretaries or assistant treasurers.

Typically, the authority and responsibilities of each officer is described in the corporate bylaws and may be further defined by an employment contract or job description.

The President: The president has the overall executive responsibility for the management of the corporation and is directly responsible for carrying out the orders of the Board of Directors. The Board of Directors usually elects him or her.
The Treasurer: The treasurer is the chief financial officer of the corporation and is responsible for controlling and recording its finances and maintaining corporate bank accounts. Actual fiscal policy of the corporation may rest with the Board of Directors and be largely controlled by the president on a day-to-day basis.
The Secretary: The secretary is typically responsible for maintaining the corporate records.Under normal circumstances, officers, directors, managers, etc. do not have personal liability for lawful acts of the corporation. In addition, in Nevada statutes, the owners are not the appropriate party to a lawsuit. The company may also indemnify any officer, director, manager, etc. from personal liability.

What are the directors' and officers' corporate liability?

Under normal circumstances, officers, directors, managers, etc. do not have personal liability for lawful acts of the corporation. In addition, in Nevada statutes, the owners are not the appropriate party to a lawsuit. The company may also indemnify any officer, director, manager, etc. from personal liability.

What is a Board of Directors?

The Board of Directors is essentially the management body for the corporation. Responsibilities of the Board of Directors include establishing all business policies and approving major contracts and undertakings. In addition, the board may also elect the president. The officers and employees under the directives and supervision of these directors carry out ordinary business practices of the corporation.

The directors must act collectively for their votes and decisions to be valid. That’s why directors may only act at a Board of Directors meeting. This, however, requires certain formalities. One such formality is that the directors all must be notified of a forthcoming meeting in a prescribed manner, although this can be waived or provided for in the corporation’s Articles of Incorporation or bylaws.

For a directors’ meeting to be valid, there must also be a quorum of directors present. A quorum is usually a majority of the directors then serving on the board; however, the bylaws may specify another minimum number or percentage.

The Board of Directors must meet on a regular basis (monthly or quarterly), but in no case less than annually. These are the regular board meetings. The board may also call special meetings for matters that may arise between regular meetings. In addition, boards may call a special shareholders’ meeting by adopting a resolution stating where and when the meeting is to be held and what business is to be transacted.

The first meeting of the Board of Directors is important because the bylaws, the corporate seal, stock certificates and record books are adopted. Board members, like officers, have a fiduciary duty to act in the best interests of the corporation and cannot put their own interests ahead of the corporation’s. The board must also act prudently and not negligently manage the affairs of the corporation.

Finally, the board must make certain that it properly exercises its authority in managing the corporation and does not abrogate its responsibilities to others. This means that the board must be very careful to document that each board action was reasonable, lawful and in the best interests of the corporation. This is particularly true with matters involving compensation, dividends and dealings involving officers, directors and stockholders. The record or corporate minutes of the meeting must include the arguments or statements to support the board’s action and why must detail why the action was proper.

Can you change the directors or add new ones?

You can change or add new directors anytime. If you want the Secretary of State to record the change, you have to submit a new Annual List of Officers and Directors.
See forms for Annual List of Officers or Managers here.

What do we do if there are more directors than the order form allows?

Please fax us the information with the extra names of the officers, the name of the corporation and contact information.

Do the directors need to have a Nevada address to make it a legitimate corporation?

No, there is no need to have a Nevada address. A P.O. box address anywhere in the world is fine.

If I have a Nevada corporation, but I am doing business in California, do I also need a Nevada business license?

No. If you are doing business in California, you need a business license for California only; you don’t need one for Nevada if your company is not physically there doing business.

Can I receive instant credit by buying a shelf corporation that has established credit? Can you provide shelf corporations?

A “shelf corporation,” by definition, has not had any business transacted or stock issued. Basically, it should have been “sitting on the shelf”. There are some advantages to an Aged corporation for specific situations, but instant credit is not one of them. The lender would need to see the ability to repay the loan, assets that could be used as collateral, a proven record of ability to earn income, and other loan activity that has been paid on time.

Resident agent FAQ

What is included in the Resident Agent service?

Our Resident Agent service includes:
Forwarding any official documents from the Secretary of State.
Accepting any legal service and forwarding it to your company. We take extreme care to notify you quickly about any legal service (summons, subpoenas). We understand how important is to get timely information about such situation.
Consolidated account showing all your companies in every state.
Notification about due dates for each entity.
Email notifications, online account access and phone notifications.
Free upload and storage of your state filings, corporation docuements, company minutes.
Avoid paying late fees with our system for tracking due dates for all your companies.
Access to account allowing you to easily order renewals or additional services

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Can a company use its Nevada Resident Agent's address as its own business address within the state of Nevada?

Generally not. Unless the Nevada Resident Agent specifically permits a corporation to do so and proper paperwork is filed with the U.S. Postal Service, a company’s Nevada Resident Agent’s address will not be eligible for a business address.

Our mail-forwarding service starts at $99 per year. Order online, and you can start your mail-forwarding service in Las Vegas immediately.

Changing your Resident Agent

Are you receiving less than satisfactory service from your current Resident Agent? Impossible to communicate via email or speak to a person when you have questions about your account? If so, consider changing your resident agent and use our service.

We can serve as your Resident Agent whether or not we originally formed your company! At $89 per year, we are probably considerably more cost-effective than your current Resident Agent.

We have a special for you: only $40 the first year if you change Resident Agent to us. If you pre-pay our service for the second and third year, you keep low $40 per year rate. Contact us today so we can help you change your Resident Agent to us.

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What is a Resident Agent, and why do I need one?

The primary purpose of a Resident Agent is to maintain a continuous corporate presence in the state of incorporation. Specifically, it provides for a physical address for any legal papers to be delivered in the event the corporation is involved in any litigation or needs to receive a verifiable notice of any kind. In Nevada, the registered agent must keep a copy of the Articles of Incorporation, a copy of the corporate bylaws, and the stock ledger of the company or a statement that provides the name and address of the actual custodian of the stock ledger.

What do I need to do if I do my own filings for the corporation and only need a Resident Agent?

When you are ready to send all the articles to the Secretary of State, you need to mail (fax or email) them to us, and we will sign them and fill out the Resident Agent information. We will then send them back to you for filing.

Order Resident Agent service here.

How long does it take to change a Resident Agent in Secretary of State records?

1-2 weeks. If expedited, 24 hours. We process most orders in 24 hours.

Where can I find forms for the Annual List of Officers/Members?

If you are our existing client, please visit our website with forms.

What if I do the Incorporation myself? Can I use you as my resident agent?

Yes, you can. We will sign a Resident Agent acceptance form and email it to you. You will print it out and send it together with the Articles to the Secretary of State.
To order Resident Agent service only, click here.

Non Profit FAQ

What are the fees to file Form 1023?

If your annual gross receipts average or are expected to average over $10,000 a year, over a 4 year period, the cost will be $750. If your annual gross receipts average less than $10,000 per year, over a 4 year period, the cost will be $300.

How long does it take to complete Form 1023 and what other forms do I need to fill out?

The IRS estimates that it will take well over 100 hours to complete this application. The paperwork required is dependent on the non-profit you are opening. See chart below.

Section of 1986 CodeDescription of OrganizationGeneral nature of activitiesApplication Form No.Annual return required to be filedContributions allowable
501(c)(1)Corporations Organized Under Act of Congress (including Federal Credit Unions)Instrumentalities of the United StatesNo FormNoneYes, if made for exclusively public purposes
501(c)(2)Title Holding Corporation For Exempt OrganizationHolding title to property of an exempt organization10249901 or 990EZ8No2
501(c)(3)Religious. Educational, Charitable, Scientific, Literary. Testing for Public Safety, to Foster National or International Amateur Sports Competition, or Prevention of Cruelty to Children or Animals OrganizationsActivities of nature implied by description of class of organization10239901 or 990EZ8, or 990-PFYes, generally2,3
501(c)(4)Civic Leagues, Social Welfare Organizations, and Local Associations of EmployeesPromotion of community welfare; charitable, educational or recreational10249901 or 990EZ8No,generally2,3
501(c)(5)Labor, Agricultural, and Horticultural OrganizationsEducational or instructive, the purpose being to improve conditions of work, and to improve products and efficiency10249901 or 990EZ8No2
501(c)(6)Business Leagues, Changers of Commerce, Real Estate Boards, Etc.Improvement of business conditions of one or more lines of business10249901 or 990EZ8No2
501(c)(7)Social and Recreation ClubsPleasure, recreation, social activities10249901 or 990EZ8No2
501(c)(8)Fraternal Beneficiary Societies and AssociationsLodge providing for payment of life, sickness, accident, or other benefits to members10249901 or 990EZ8Yes, if for certain Sec. 501(c)(3) purposes
501(c)(9)Voluntary Employees' Beneficiary AssociationsProviding for payment of life, sickness, accident, or other benefits to members10249901 or 990EZ8No2
501(c)(10)Domestic Fraternal Societies and AssociationsLodge devoting its net earnings to charitable, fraternal, and other specified purposes. No life, sickness, or accident benefits to members10249901 or 990EZ8Yes, if for certain Sec. 501(c)(3) purposes
501(c)(11)Teachers' Retirement Fund AssociationsTeachers' association for payment of retirement benefitsNo Form69901 or 990EZ8No2
501(c)(12)Benevolent Life Insurance Associations, Mutual Ditch or Irrigation Companies, Mutual or Cooperative Telephone Companies, Etc.Activities of a mutually beneficial nature similar to those implied by the description of class of organization10249901 or 990EZ8No2
501(c)(13)Cemetery CompaniesBurials and incidental activities10249901 or 990EZ8Yes, generally
501(c)(14)State Chartered Credit Unions, Mutual Reserve FundsLoans to membersNo Form69901 or 990EZ8No2
501(c)(15)Mutual Insurance Companies or AssociationsProviding insurance to members substantially at cost10249901 or 990EZ8No2
501(c)(16)Cooperative Organization to Finance Crop OperationsFinancing crop operations in conjunction with activities of a marketing or purchasing associationNo Form69901 or 990EZ8No2
501(c)(17)Supplemental Unemployment Benefit TrustsFinancing crop operations in conjunction with activities of a marketing or purchasing association10249901 or 990EZ8No2
501(c)(18)Employee Funded Pension Trust (created before June 25, 1959)Payment of benefits under a pension plan funded by employeesNo Form69901 or 990EZ8No2
501(c)(19)Post or Organization of Past or Present Members of the Armed ForcesActivities implied by nature of organization10249901 or 990EZ8No, generally7
501(c)(21)Black Lung Benefit TrustsFunded by coal mine operators to satisfy their liability for disability or death due to black lung diseasesNo Form6990-BLNo4
501(c)(22)Withdrawal Liability Payment FundTo provide funds to meet the liability of employers withdrawing from a multi-employer pension fundNo Form69901 or 990EZ8No5
501(c)(23)Veterans Organization (created before 1880)To provide insurance and other benefits to veteransNo Form69901 or 990EZ8No, generally7
501(c)(25)Title Holding Corporation or Trusts with Multiple ParentsHolding title and paying over income from property to 35 or fewer parents or beneficiaries10249901 or 990EZ8No
501(c)(26)State-Sponsored Organization Providing Health Coverage for High-Risk IndividualsProvides health care coverage to high-risk individualsNo Form69901 or 990EZ8No
501(c)(27)State-Sponsored Workers' Compensation Reinsurance OrganizationReimburses members for losses under workers' compensation actsNo Form69901 or 990EZ8No
501(d)Religious and Apostolic AssociationsRegular business activities. Communal religious communityNo Form10659No2
501(e)Cooperative Hospital Service OrganizationsPerforms cooperative services for hospitals10239901 or 990EZ8Yes
501(f)Cooperative Service Organizations of Operating Educational OrganizationsPerforms collective investment services for educational organizations10239901 or 990EZ8Yes
501(k)Child Care OrganizationProvides care for children10239901 or 990EZ8Yes
501(n)Charitable Risk PoolsPools certain insurance risks of 501(c)(3)10239901 or 990EZ8Yes
521(a)Farmers; Cooperative AssociationsCooperative marketing and purchasing for agricultural producers1028990-CNo

1 For exceptions to the filing requirement, see chapter 2 and the Form instructions
2 An organization exempt under a Subsection of Code Sec. 501 other than (c)(3) may establish a charitable fund, contributions to which are deductible. Such a fund must itself meet the requirements of section 501(c)(3) and the related notice requirements of section 508(a).
3 Contributions to volunteer fire companies and similar organizations are deductible, but only if made for exclusively public purposes.
4 Deductible as a business expense to the extent allowed by Code Section 192.
5 Deductible as a business expense to the extent allowed by Code section 194A.
6 Application is by letter to the address shown on Form 8718. A Copy of the organizing document should be attached and the letter should be signed by an officer.
7 Contributions to these organizations are deductible only if 90% or more of the organization’s members are war veterans.
8 For limits on the use of Form 990EZ, see chapter 2 and the general instructions for Form 990EX (or Form 990).
9 Although the organization files a partnership return, all distributions are deemed dividends. The members are not entitled to “pass-through” treatment of the organization’s income or expenses.

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Why Nevada?

Date: | Category: | Author: Jakub Vele

Why Incporate In Nevada

Nevada has always been one of the most popular states for forming your company. Even though it doesn’t have the lowest incorporation fees and annual fees, it has plenty of advantages for businesses. Among these advantages, the most important ones are taxes, privacy of business owners and corporate law in Nevada.

Taxes for corporations in Nevada

Nevada takes it really seriously with attracting new businesses because of taxes. There are plenty of taxes which you have to pay in other states, but not in Nevada. Here are the main tax advantages of this state:

  • No Corporate Income Tax
  • No Taxes on Corporate Shares
  • No Franchise Tax
  • No Personal Income Tax
  • No Franchise Tax on Income
  • No Inheritance or Gift Tax
  • No Unitary Tax
  • No Estate Tax
  • Competitive Sales and Property Tax Rates

Privacy and assets protection in Nevada

Similar to Wyoming, Nevada offers great advantage of protecting business owner’s assets, and keeping them pretty anonymous. If you incorporate in Nevada, you won’t be listed in public records. Also your personal assets are protected and creditors can’t go after your house, bank accounts, etc.

Corporate law in Nevada

The state of Nevada saw enormous success of Delaware and their business law system. That’s why Nevada’s business law model is inspired by Delaware, and there is Nevada’s business court which is focused on business cases. This gives business owners the confidence that in case someone decides to sue their company, the case will be decided by experienced judges in a judicial system which is in favor of businesses.

Additional Advantages of Incorporating in Nevada

  • Stockholders, directors and officers need not live or even hold meetings in Nevada, nor be U.S. citizens.
    Directors need not be stockholders.
  • Officers and directors of a Nevada corporation can be protected from personal liability for lawful acts of the corporation.
  • A Nevada corporation may purchase, hold, sell or transfer shares of its own stock.
  • A Nevada corporation may issue stock for capital, services, personal property or real estate, including leases and options. The directors may determine the value of any of these transactions, and their decision is final.
  • Your company must be located and doing business in Nevada to get the full advantages of Nevada’s business-friendly environment.
  • No IRS information sharing agreement
  • Minimal reporting and disclosure requirements

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Benefits of Forming Nevada LLC

Date: 08/28/2018 | Category: | Author: Jakub Vele

Benefits of Forming Nevada LLC

Do you own an excellent idea for forming an LLC? And ready to take it to the bank? Well, the next step is to decide where you will incorporate your business entity? Choosing the right domicile for your LLC can be a daunting and challenging process if you’re not familiar with the laws and taxes of every state.

Every state offers limited liability, privacy, and tax benefits to one degree or another to the business owners for forming LLC on their country. But if you are looking for ultra-low state tax, privacy, and confidentiality, a business-friendly environment, then forming Nevada LLC is at the top among other states.
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Nevada allows companies to form a Limited Liability Company (LLC), and by doing so, you can establish a business organization with a dominant hold on the market and can enjoy the benefits of forming LLC. Forming a Nevada LLC has many benefits for the average business owner because Nevada does not impose a franchise tax and personal income tax on LLC.

What is a Limited Liability Company(LLC)?

As you are considering to form an LLC, so let’s figure out what an LLC is. A limited liability company (LLC) is a form of business organization that gives limited liability to its owners or members and offers a pass-through tax structure to the business owners.

With a pass-through tax structure the business organization is not required to pay taxes on its income; instead, any gains or tax deductions are passed through to the owners and are filed on their personal tax returns.

An LLC is governed by the law of the state in which it was formed, and every state has its own set of LLC rules and regulations, so there are some guidelines you must follow when setting up an LLC in Nevada, but there are also some significant advantages.

Forming Nevada LLC

Although Delaware has long been the state of choice for the new business organization,now Nevada is working to attract new LLCs to the country with its tax obligations and business-friendly environment. If your company is valued at less than $75,000, so your Nevada LLCs are required to pay a $125 formation fee, along with an annual $85 corporate fee. To form an LLC, you also need to sign the Nevada articles of incorporation and file them with the Secretary of State. This can be done over the phone or online, and approval is received within 24 hours.

Well, Nevada LLCs are not subject to taxation on stock transfer or corporate shares; the state has no franchise, business, and occupation, gift, or personal income tax and also do not require a minimum number of members. In order to receive optimal Nevada LLC tax benefits, the organization needs to consider a registered agent who has a physical presence in the state. This requires:

  • A Nevada business telephone number
  • A Nevada-based bank account
  • A Nevada business license
  • Proof of a Nevada business address
  • A Nevada-based bank account

And if you are operating an LLC outside the Nevada, then you must weigh the cost of establishing a non-local entity against the tax advantages of being considered a state resident.

Corporate Formalities Requirements For Nevada

As a matter of fact, all states require specific actions on the part of an LLC for it to maintain its separate legal entity status. These actions, known as the “Corporate Formalities,” and they are the vehicle by which an LLC shields its shareholders from direct liability and provides them many of the tax and business benefits. Under Nevada LLC law, the formalities are very basic and are designed to protect corporate shareholders from liability and include:

  • Complete separation of stockholder and corporate funds
  • Written records of all corporate transactions
  • Establish clear, thorough Corporate bylaws
  • Accurate corporate minutes and records
  • Filing a yearly director and officer list
  • Hold Director and Shareholder meetings at least annually

Nevada LLC Benefits


Well, Nevada LLC law offers certain unique advantages to its LLC members. Nevada currently ranks fifth regarding the most favorable states for the Tax Foundation’s Business Tax Climate Index and enjoys a windfall of tax revenues from its most important industry: gaming. As a result, Nevada’s residents and business enjoy some of the lowest state taxes anywhere.

As an LLC in Nevada, you do not pay for being in business here, and you do not have to worry about taxes when operating specific components of your business elsewhere. So, if you are considering for forming LLC or investing in an LLC, keep on reading about the Nevada LLC benefits.

No State Level Taxes

Most states do not tax LLCs themselves. But the members of the LLC are taxed on behalf of their proportionate share of LLC income, even if it is not distributed to them, at individual income tax rates. Furthermore, LLCs often elected to be taxed as corporations, subjecting them to corporate tax rates at the federal and sometimes at the state level.

On the other hand, when you form a Nevada LLC, there are virtually no state-level taxes, including:

  • No personal income tax.
  • No admissions tax.
  • No estate tax or gift tax.
  • No corporate income tax.
  • No unitary tax.
  • No franchise or inventory tax on income.

In case, you are residing elsewhere, with operations in another state and want to operate your LLC in Nevada; you may still be subject to that state’s requirements depending upon the organization of your financial and legal affairs. In fact, in Nevada, the employer payroll tax is only 0.7 percent of gross wages.

Noneconomic Members of Nevada LLC

Nevada LLC law provides for “noneconomic members” in its LLCs. In simple words, Nevada allows for the inclusion of LLC members who do not own any part of the LLC, yet possess managerial rights and voting. This is perfect for the organizations with investors and experts who are wishing to join forces with the investors leaving the daily operations of the company to the experts.

Single-Member LLCs

Like all other states, Nevada, allows a single individual to form an LLC. Well, single member LLC is a business entity with similarities to a limited liability company (LLC), with the exception that a single-member limited liability company has only one member. Since LLC income is attributed to its members, but taxation for a single- member Nevada LLC is simplified. It includes LLC income and deductions on your federal individual income tax return. So, if you are seeking to form single-member LLC, then Nevada LLC benefits will be proving a game charger.

Expedited Approval

Another Nevada LLC benefit is the process of incorporating in Nevada is inexpensive. Nevada offers not one, not two, but three different levels of expedited approval. This means you can set up your Nevada LLC on your schedule. You can even get your Nevada LLC application approved in as short as one hour.

Series LLCs

One of the most significant benefits of forming Nevada LLC is that it allows the formation of a “Series LLC.” Like other states, Nevada erects a limited liability shield around LLCs. In short, owners or members are not listed in the public record so that LLC creditors cannot sue members themselves, only the LLC itself can be sued. Thus the personal assets of the member are not placed at risk. Nevada takes this concept a step further and allows the Series LLCs in Nevada.

As an illustration- If you own a real estate LLC which hold several properties, so by setting up a series LLC in a manner that prevents one property from being foreclosed upon to satisfy the debts of another property will help you in blocking from the legal system problems.

Residency Benefits

Well, the benefits of forming Nevada LLC is never-ending, and you can take as many benefits depending upon the type of your business entity financial and legal affairs. Well, the next Nevada LLC benefit is that you can be located in another state or even another country, and still can create a company in Nevada. This makes forming an LLC in Nevada an ideal choice for those seeking to take advantage of Nevada asset protection benefits.

Conclusion

It is evident that selecting Nevada as the state to incorporate offers substantial advantages to the business owners. From assets protection to ultra-low taxation and residency benefits, Nevada’s favorable business laws are hard to beat. So, if you are ready to form Nevada LLC and willing to enjoy the benefits associated with it, call inc paradise to help you through the process of registering and incorporating your new Nevada LLC.

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Starting a Business in Las Vegas – Step by Step Guide

Date: 03/25/2019 | Category: | Author: Jakub Vele

Starting a Business in Las Vegas - Step by Step Guide

Are you thinking of starting a business in Las Vegas – the famous city of Silver State Nevada, Us? If so, it could be one of the most logical decisions since Las Vegas boasts an affordable cost of living. Even, there is a slew of tax breaks that you could receive like- No business income tax, franchise tax, personal income tax, franchise tax, and no gift tax, etc. The absence of several tax impositions has made Las Vegas one of the business-friendly cities and one of the best places for new start-ups.

Another justifiable reason for starting a business in Las Vegas is that after the recession, it has become a buyer’s market. Also, if you are not prepared to buy one, there are numerous below-market leasing-deals available, that you may grab.

Do you want to set up a business in Las Vegas? But you might be wondering about the business opportunities you could have to set up a profitable business in Las Vegas. Do you want to know more about the opportunities that may encounter you while operating the business? Great!

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Here are some of the trending small business opportunities, we have gathered for you.

  • Cannabis Licensing – After the legalization of cannabis, it has become a hotbed of investments. So, if you want to make huge profits from your business, you could start a consultancy business for cannabis. The cannabis industry is enormous and provides ample of job opportunities. So, do your homework well and create a business plan that can improve your fiscal conditions at a rapid pace.
  • E-commerce Business – With the digitization, starting an Ecommerce business has become one of the most profitable business ideas. You can be as much as innovative as you can for attracting your potential customers on the selling-portal or the E-commerce business website. Therefore, if you are starting a business in Las Vegas, you can easily focus your target audience or customers and generate the desired leads.
  • Container Restaurant – Another most lucrative idea of starting a business in Las Vegas is to embark a food business in a container. Las Vegas is a city of foodlovers and well-known cuisines like Lemon Spaghetti with Shrimp Giada, Roasted Beef Wellington, Quinoa Fritters, etc. Not only the local people but also the travelers and visitors love to try these dishes. Therefore, the container restaurant business is always profitable biz in Las Vegas.
  • The business of Green Consulting – Have you ever heard of the green practices? Well, these days, everywhere in the US, green practices are proliferating at a constant pace. Almost all the existing and new organizations in the US are heading towards green consultancy centers. Hence, if you are starting a business in Las Vegas, this would be a great small and profitable business opportunity.

However, before starting a business in Las Vegas, you need to follow a proper checklist of business formation and documentation to avoid possible disputes. Let us give a closer look at the step by step guide for starting a business in Las Vegas.

#1 Prepare The Business Plan

To put a strong foundation for your business in Las Vegas, you must start by carefully analyzing your business idea and plan for it. It is primary and the most critical step that decides the future success of your business. Proper planning and analyzing involves the answer to various questions like –

  • Based On Product Development: Does your business-product solve any specific problem? Is your business helpful enough to stand in the challenging competition?
  • Based On Sales & Marketing: Do you know your potential customers? Where could you find them? Are you aware of all the possible tactics to attain their attention and generate leads?
  • Based On People and Partnerships: How efficiently could you arrange the hiring process? For successful business growth, ‘which roles you would hire for your company?’ What relationships will you need to form with your company?
  • Based On Financial Planning: For a fantastic break even, How many clients or sales, you would require? How much capital is required to execute your business idea? What are the sources of investors or funding?

#2 Choosing an Apt Business Name

A business name itself holds a substantial percentage of weightage concerning the launch of a new business. And, starting a business in Las Vegas also requires detailed attention to the choice of an eye-catchy business name as well. While being in the process of picking a good and well-suited business name, you must go through the official website of Nevada Secretary of State and gather all the necessary information. Here are some of the critical points to be mentioned in your to-do-list for business name selection.

Check Name Availability

Do you want to choose a legal name for starting a business in Las Vegas? Well, if yes, you have to first check for its availability with the Secretary of State or SOS. Ensure that the business or entity name you are choosing should not be in use or has already been licensed by someone else. Always consider that business name, for which, you could reserve a domain.

You can check the federal trademark database to make sure that the name is not registered with any local business license bureau. If you are not going to create your business website at the initial stages of starting a business in Las Vegas, buying a domain would help you to secure your business name from getting acquired by others for future reference. After all, the name of your company would become your business identity in the upcoming years and gain acceptance globally.

Business Entity Search

For starting a business in Las Vegas, business entity research is as critical as checking for the business name availability. While doing a business entity search, you have to obtain the below-mentioned information about a business:

  1. Whether the business has been formed legally?
  2. Either the business is in good standing or not?
  3. What is the address of that particular business?
  4. What is the official address of that business-specific registered agent?

#3 Figure Out A Business Address

Well, if you have decided on the business name and have reserved that already, you should hop over to the next critical step for starting a business in Las Vegas. Now, you have to figure out a suitable business address, which could be your home address, an actual office or even a virtual office. The business address is vital for almost all the paperwork that is required to start any new business, so always make a wise decision.

You are suggested to choose the right address at the initial stages of the business formation rather than switching or changing an address down the road. Later it may cause inconvenience financially, as an example, Nevada Secretary of State charges about $175 for an address change. The business address is mentioned under the public record, but for some of the applications, you could also use a separate mailing address. In this scenario, you may use a house address or PO box number.

#4 Determine a Business Structure

Starting a business in Las Vegas might seem an easy task but, its formation process is very challenging. You always have to follow the steps that could aid to increase the credibility of your business. So, if you are ready with an effective business plan, name, and address, you would now need to choose a well-suited business structure from the three basic options as mentioned.

  • DBA: “Doing Business As” or DBA usually does not comes under a separate structure. But, it could be used as a different business name by an individual or a partner.
  • Corporation: A corporation works as a separate entity including officers, shareholders, and directors. It is a bit-complex business structure as compared to the DBA, though it requires limited liability protection. There are a few professions like architects, doctors, lawyers, etc. are required to choose “Professional Corporation.”
  • LLC: An LLC or “Limited Liability Company” is a renowned type of business structure that provides limited liability protection to the owners with less complexity. It has considerably replaced the other business structures by providing easy management and taxation benefits being a separate entity. Additionally, it also attracts more investors as compared to the other structure types.

Adding to the above information on the different business structures, always remember that if you are starting a business in Las Vegas, you should register your company as a Nevada business entity(LLC or a Corporation). It will not only increase the credibility of your business but will also protect it from personal liabilities, in case your business is sued. Also, an LLC is the most opted business structure in Nevada, whose setup requires as little as $75.

#5 Get Your State Business License

Another most crucial step in starting a business in Las Vegas is applying for a business license. There is a very fancy-schmancy online portal, provided by the Nevada Secretary of State, which is called as SilverFlume. Though the paper route is also available, the online portal is considerably a convenient way to apply for the license. You have to file – Articles of Organization for LLC, Certificate of Limited Partnership or Articles of Incorporation for a corporation. Lastly, you would require to submit the Initial List of – Members, Managers, Partners or Officers. And, your deemed entity in Nevada would be established.

Also, if you are starting a business in Nevada, you should be aware that there are certain exemptions to the state business license requirement. But, by the time you’re an entity, you would have to pay $200. Being a nonprofit company, say be it a motion picture company, a specific type of insurance company, or a governmental entity, you are eligible to apply for an exemption by mailing the required form.

#6 Get an EIN number

Now, the next step for starting a business in Las Vegas is getting an EIN or Employer Identification Number for your business, which is issued by the by the IRS. Either you have a partnership, LLC or a corporation, obtaining an EIN is very vital. An Employer Identification Number is a type of Taxpayer Identification Number. It is also abbreviated as TIN, which helps to identify or to verify any Nevada LLC with the IRS. Moreover, it is free of cost and could be obtained from the IRS website.

Having an EIN for your Nevada LLC, allows you to open a separate LLC bank account. Not only this, with EIN you could apply for several permits or business licenses also. With an EIN you are also allowed to file taxes at the federal, state, and local level. And, if applicable, you can handle employee payroll. Also, if you want to obtain business lines of credit or business loans, having an EIN is a must.

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#7 Registering with the Nevada Department of Taxation

If you are Starting a business in Las Vegas, applying for a business license is something unavoidable. Firstly, you have to register your business with the Nevada Department of Taxation to submit it as proof for obtaining the business licenses. Also, note that you require to apply for a sales tax permit also if you’re selling tangible goods.

Furthermore, if you instead of selling, buy products or goods for consumption in your business like office supplies, you would require a use tax permit. Let us say, if you are not paying tax at the time of purchase, you have to calculate the intended amount of the brought items in Nevada. After that, you would require to remit or pay back the same amount to the state.

#8 Getting A Business Insurance

Getting insured is again a very crucial step for starting a business in Las Vegas. It helps you to manage all the possible risks that might occur on the path of growing your business. Here are the common types of business insurance that you may consider.

  • Professional Liability Insurance
  • Workers Compensation Insurance
  • General Liability Insurance

As an example, if you have a home-based business or any small business, you should purchase a general liability policy or insurance. And, being a firm like accounting and consulting, should go for professional liability policy. Additionally, if you have a business with one or more employees, including all the corporate officers and LLC members should have workers compensation insurance, in Nevada.

Conclusion

Now that you have got all the necessary information and checklist for starting a business in Las Vegas, you might have initiated the most crucial step of business formation- business planning. But, if you do not want to lose the ground by making any mistake by not following the further steps adequately, you should hop over the IncParadise to get professional assistance. We expertise in providing complete business incorporation and registration services. So, what are you waiting for? Contact us now to register and incorporate your dream business today!

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Incorporate in Nevada

Date: 06/26/2018 | Category: | Author: Jakub Vele

Incorporate in Nevada

There are several Corporations, LLCs, and businesses that are incorporated or set up across the 50 states but most businesses prefer to incorporate in their home state. There are also businesses that are incorporated in a state different from their home state e.g., an individual or business from New York preferring company incorporation in Nevada. This is simply because Nevada provides business friendly regulations and environment.

Why Choose Nevada for Incorporation?

Home state incorporation is always the first choice but today the scenario is different. An increasing number of businesses are forming incorporation in Nevada. The major incentive for Nevada state incorporation is favorable tax treatment. Gaming and tourism are the top two businesses in the state followed by advanced manufacturing, renewable energy, mining and Aerospace. When you incorporate in Nevada, you can be rest assured that there will be no corporate taxes.

Some of the advantages that the state of Nevada offers businesses include:

Taxes

The biggest advantage that a corporation can enjoy in the state of Nevada is exemption from a variety of taxes. Some of these include:

  • No Corporate taxes
  • Corporate shares are not taxable
  • No Franchise tax
  • Personal income tax is not there

Non Resident

Directors, shareholders, and officers of a Nevada corporation or members of Nevada LLC are not required to be residents of the state.

Personal Liability Protection

The Nevada Legislature passed a law in 1987, which permits corporations to place certain provisions in their articles of Nevada incorporation. These enable personal liability protection for Directors and officers of Corporations from stockholders of Nevada Corporations.

Corporate Veil

Once you set up company in Nevada, it is almost impossible to pierce the corporate veil.

Nevada Corporation Code

This code allows indemnification of directors, officers, stockholders, and employees of a corporation for any action that they take or have taken on behalf of the Nevada Corporation and that they have reasons to believe the action taken was legal.

Information sharing

Nevada does not have any information sharing agreement with the IRS.

Bearer shares

It is the only state that allows issuing of bearer shares.

Company incorporation in Nevada can be quite easy and quick if you submit your documents online. The services of incparadise.net for forming a corporation will pave the way for you to start your new business in this state. We not only provide top quality service but our efficiency with company formation in the state of Nevada is amongst the highest. Over the years, we have established a meaningful relationship with Nevada Secretary of State and this facilitates delivery of incorporation services.

We offer LLC, Nevada C Corporation, and Nevada S Corporation packages so that you can choose the one that suits your interest. Incorporation in Nevada specialists at incparadise.net will take care of the entire process right from finding a business name, filing your articles of incorporation (NRS Chapter 78) paperwork, and providing other related services as your registered agent in the state of Nevada.

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Procedure for company incorporation in Nevada

In order to set up company in Nevada you will have to follow a process, which is:

Business Name

The first step is finding and finalizing a name for the business. It is important to check if the name is already in use. If not, you can confirm the business name.

You can check whether the chosen name exists or not right at our website by clicking here.

Articles of incorporation

Once the name has been reserved, we at incparadise.net will ensure your Articles of Incorporation (PURSUANT TO NRS CHAPTER 78) is duly filled. As required in the document, you will need to provide the newly chosen business name, name and address of the registered agent, name & address of board or directors/trustee, and incorporator etc. We can file the company incorporation in Nevada documents through the standard process or we can do it online or through expedited process.

Federal Tax ID

You will require a Federal Tax ID if you are planning to hire employees. It is also mandatory for opening a bank account in the name of the Nevada Corporation but don’t worry because we can help you get a Federal Tax ID so that all you need to do is simply focus on your business!

Certificate of incorporation/formation

Once the company incorporation in Nevada process is complete, you will receive the “Nevada certificate of incorporation”. This certificate is a proof that your business exists. This proof is often required when opening a bank account or when applying for a loan.

Nevada Incorporation Agent

A Nevada registered agent like incparadise.net is required to ensure your business meets all the necessary requirements. We can also receive any and all legal and business related paperwork on your behalf.

Costs and Fees associated with Nevada Incorporation

What would be the fees to set up a company in Nevada? Check Fees here!

The standard fees associated with company incorporation in Nevada are higher than what we charge? Wondering how we are charging less? We have facilitated the incorporation of more than 10,000 businesses and it is never about the fees – it is all about ensuring you get the best service always!

There are several considerations that you will need to make when forming a Nevada Corporation and the state offers several advantages and benefits for future growth of your business. Nevada is one of the best places in the USA for forming a business.

We at incparadise.net can help you to incorporate your business in the state of Nevada by filing your paperwork online. This will ensure your corporation is formed in the fastest possible time, which normally varies from 48-72 hours. Our endeavor will always be towards providing you a service that will become the foundation stone for a long standing relationship.

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