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Q: If I plan to issue stock in my company, should I form as a corporation or something else?
Glenn B. Manishin
Glenn B. Manishin
answered on Dec 20, 2016

The issuance of "stock" implies for lawyers a "C corp." or "Subchapter S" corporation. Alternatives like an LLC entity allow sale of ownership interests that are not technically stock or shares but perform the same legal function. You should consult a business... View More

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Q: My commercial property is owned by an LLC that we set up.

I’ve gone and purchased another building out of state — should I use the same LLC for that one, or form a new one if the other state?

Mazyar M. Hedayat
Mazyar M. Hedayat
answered on Nov 23, 2016

You ask if you should create a new limited liability company (LLC) to own and manage an out-of-state building (commercial?) that you recently acquired.

There is no one "right" answer to this question, but I recommend you look into either the creation of a new LLC (it may have to...
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Q: What do I draft up to give part ownership of a company I just started to my Dad?
Vincent Anthony Incopero
Vincent Anthony Incopero
answered on Feb 23, 2017

If the company is an "C corp." or "Subchapter S" corporation, you would transfer stock. If the company is an LLC, you would transfer membership units. Membership units are not technically stock or shares but perform the same legal function. You should consult a business... View More

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Q: Me and 5 friends would like to start an llc for the purpose of pooling our money for trading stocks. Is this legal?

I would be managing partner and handle all trade decisions. Would this mean I would need to be an accreditted investment advisor?

Ray Beckerman
Ray Beckerman
answered on Sep 5, 2014

Yes it's legal. I can set one up for you, and provide a draft operating agreement.

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Q: Is that the same Self-employment and the sole proprirtorship??
Terrence Rubino
Terrence Rubino
answered on Jul 15, 2011

being self-employed is the same as being a sole proprietor - just different terminology. when you create an LLC or a corporation, you create a legal entity and you are simply a member or shareholder of that entity. good luck.

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Q: I have my ein# for my llc but what number do i put in for line 7 on reg-1?

Is this the file number given on the llc-5.5 form filed with illinois?

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answered on Jul 22, 2011

It is the number assigned to your LLC by the Secretary of State.

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Q: How do you ratify bylaws in a board only organized not for profit?
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answered on Jul 22, 2011

Best bet is to call a board meeting to ratify and follow the formalities including a written resolution properly executed.

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Q: In Illinois how many copies of acticles of Incorporation do I originally file?
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answered on Jul 18, 2011

File two duplicate originals.

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