Northeast Ohio is one of the key industrial regions in the state and is considered the manufacturing hub for liquid crystal displays, polymers, bioscience, chemicals, distribution and logistics, and fuel cells. The state welcomes new start-ups and those who want to form a corporation in Ohio in the field of advanced energy, motor vehicle and parts manufacturing, aerospace, professional and financial services, agriculture and food processing. The state has invested heavily in innovation, technological advancement, and research and development. The variety of industrial and business incentives through a variety of programs is aimed at strengthening its position in the global markets.

How can you form an Ohio business LLC or Corporation? We as one of the top Ohio registered agents can assist you with the successful registration of your business entity in the state.

Ohio LLC Registration and Formation

LLC company formation in Ohio is governed by 2011 Ohio Revised Code, Title [17] XVII Corporations – Partnerships, Chapter 1705: Limited Liability Companies. 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 Ohio then you will be required to continuously maintain a registered agent in the state pursuant to OH Rev Code § 1705.06. This law is applicable to domestic limited liability companies as well as foreign limited liability companies.

We would take this opportunity to share with you the fact that we are one of the top registered agents in Ohio and have been responsible for over 11,494 businesses set up in Ohio. We can assist you to form an Ohio business LLC.

Step#2: LLC Name Reservation

One of the first steps towards company formation in Ohio is identifying a name for your business entity. The process is as follows:

1. Identify a name for your business entity
2. According to OH Rev Code § 1705.05, the name should contain the phrase or words “limited liability company” or the abbreviations “L.L.C.”, or “LLC”.
3. The chosen name should be distinguishable and should not be deceptively similar to the name of any limited partnership, corporation, or limited liability company
4. Apply for reservation of name pursuant to the provisions of Ohio Revised Code §§1701.05(E), 1702.05(E), 1703.06, 1705.05(E) and 1746.06(D)
5. Submit Form 534B through mail or online with the office of the Secretary of state along with the applicable fee. An LLC can reserve its name for a period of 180 days.

Step#3: Articles of Organization and Application for Registration

If you are planning to form an Ohio 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 “Articles of Organization” pursuant to OH Rev Code § 1705.04.
• If your business entity is a foreign LLC then you will be required to file “Application for Registration” pursuant to OH Rev Code § 1705.54.
• The application or documentation for registration of LLC can be filed with the Secretary of State, Business Services Division, 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 an Ohio business, feel free to call us on 702-871-8678.

Ohio Corporation Registration and Formation

If you are planning to form a Corporation in Ohio then it will be governed by 2011 Ohio Revised Code, Title [17] XVII Corporations – Partnerships, Chapter 1701: General Corporation Law. 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 Ohio then you will be required to continuously maintain a registered agent in the state pursuant to OH Rev Code § 1701.07. This law is applicable for 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 Ohio. We can assist you to form an Ohio business as we are in compliance with all regulations in the State of Ohio.

Step#2: Corporate Name Reservation

In order to form a corporation in Ohio, one of the key steps is identifying a name for your business entity. What is the process? The process is as follows:

1. Identify a name for your business entity
2. According to OH Rev Code § 1701.05, a corporate name should contain the phrase or words “corporation”, “company”, “incorporated”, or the abbreviations “Corp.”, or “Inc.”
3. The chosen name should be distinguishable and should not be deceptively similar to the name of any limited liability company, limited partnership, or corporation
4. Apply for reservation of name pursuant to Ohio Revised Code §§1701.05(E), 1702.05(E), 1703.06, 1705.05(E) and 1746.06(D).
5. Submit Form 534B through mail or online with the office of the Secretary State along with the applicable fee. A business corporation can reserve its name for a period of 180 days.

Step#3: Articles of Incorporation and Application for License

If you are planning to form a corporation in Ohio, 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 OH Rev Code § 1701.04.
• If your business entity is a foreign corporation then you will be required to file an “Application for License” to transact business in the state pursuant to Ohio Revised Code §1703.13.
• The application or documentation for registration of a corporation can be filed with the Secretary of State, Business Services Division, 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.

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

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Business Information & Rankings

• Ohio ranked 13th in the U.S. for overall number of high-tech workers and 30th for average high-tech wage. (Cyberstates, 2005)
• Site Selection magazine ranked Ohio 1st in the Midwest and 2nd in the country in the number of new and expanded business facilities in 2005.
• Ohio ranked 10th for Small Tech Hot Spots in the U.S. (Small Times magazine, 2005)
• Ohio ranked 7th in the number of privately-held, 50% or more women-owned firms in 2004, 6th in employment, and 6th in sales. (Center for Women’s Business Research)

Cost of living

Crime Rate

Ohio has the 28th lowest overall crime ranking in the U.S. (FBI, 2004)

Fees & Taxes

Business Inventory Tax
Tangible personal property used in business is taxed. This includes machinery and equipment, furniture and fixtures, small tools, supplies and inventory held for manufacture or resale.

Corporate Income Tax
Ohio’s corporate tax structure consists of two brackets with all income below $50,000 taxed at 5.1% and all income above $50,000 taxed at 8.5%.

Personal Income Tax
Ohio’s personal income tax system consists of nine brackets and a top rate of 7.185% starting at an income level of $200,000. Ohio individual income tax rates were reduced by 4.2% across-the-board in 2005 and similar cuts are scheduled each year through 2009. Taxpayers with a taxable annual income of $10,000 or less owe no income tax.

Personal Property Tax
Ohio is one of the 38 states that collect property taxes at both the state and local levels. Intangible property including investments, credits, money, shares and capital are also taxed.

State Sales and Use Tax
Base Rate: 5.5%
Machinery Rate: none

There is an exemption for tangible personal property used in manufacturing a product for sale.

Unemployment Insurance
Ohio’s new employers’ rate is 2.7% for 1 year.

Once your company is set up, you will need:

1. Tax ID (EIN) – free over the Internet or phone.
2. Yearly Requirements and Fees for Oklahoma companies
3. Company Minutes & Stock Certificates – are included in incorporation. You will have access to documents generated on your client account.

Oklahoma additional services

• Registered Agent
• Annual Report
• EIN (Tax ID)
• More Additional Services

• Why Oklahoma?
• Oklahoma Registered Agent
• Oklahoma Annual Requirements
• Oklahoma Corporation Statutes: Oklahoma Code – Chapter 22 (Oklahoma General Corporation Act)

• Why Oklahoma?
• Oklahoma Registered Agent
• Oklahoma Annual Requirements
• Oklahoma LLC Statutes: Oklahoma Code – Chapter Chapter 32 (Oklahoma Limited Liability Company Act)

Pricing $89.00 per year, special for pre-pay $40 per year

Don’t get fooled by companies claiming the lowest price and increasing it later. Our pricing is very simple. We charge $89 per year. We also have few specials. Whenever you decide to pre-pay additional years you get them for $40/year.

Why you need a Registered Agent?

Oklahoma State laws require business entities to maintain a Resident Agent in the state that you form your business. The agent’s name and office address are included in the Articles of Incorporation or Articles of Organization to give public notice of where to send important documents to your business entity.

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We offer Registered Agent service in all 50 States.

State Fee for changing Oklahoma Registered Agent

For Corps & LLC – Change of Registered Agent, Resignation w/successor, or Resignation w/out successor: $25.00/each

Registered Agent Requirements

Every domestic corporation shall have and maintain in this state a registered agent, which agent may be either: (1) The domestic corporation itself; (2) a domestic or qualified foreign corporation, limited liability company, limited liability partnership, (3) or limited partnership. Each registered agent shall maintain a business office identical with the registered office.