Q: LLC formed in new york want to use it for a rental property in michigan do I need to obtain a Certificate of Authority
A:
Yes, but you don’t ‘obtain’ it, you file it with the state’s corporation bureau.
The form is pretty self explanatory, but if you’re going to be renting property in Michigan it makes sense to hire and retain a lawyer in the area of that property to insure you comply with Michigan’s rules for landlords.
Don’t be penny wise and pound foolish about this. The small cost of hiring local counsel will more than pay for itself in the long run.
This answer is offered for information purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, nor does it create an attorney-client relationship. I am licensed to practice in Michigan only.
A: You should register your company with the state of Michigan as a foriegn corporation doing business in Michigan. Among the primary reasons for registering is so that you have the ability to either initiate or defend a lawsuit in the Michigan courts.
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