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answered on Nov 6, 2023
If you're seeking an attorney, you would need to reach out to law firms. This isn't a law firm; it's a Q & A forum. You could search for attorneys on your own, use the "Find a Lawyer" tab above, or look into the referral services of local and state bar associations.... View More 
Hi, I want to start running leadership trainings by a certain name (let's say ABC trainings). I've done a google search and found another company with the same name that teaches yoga trainings (ABC yoga trainings). Can I still use the company name or is this a bad idea? We're both in... View More
answered on Nov 2, 2023
Much of answer here is going to be dependent on how the yoga company "registered" its name (or if it even registered its name). If it is only a Fictitious Name Registration (which is more of a "notice" filing in Pennsylvania than an "ownership" filing) or the filing... View More
I want to form a private foundation in the state of Delaware, and donate funds to nonprofits and individuals in other U.S. states, including Texas where I currently live. It only takes one person to form a private foundation or nonprofit in Delaware, whereas in most other states it takes three... View More
answered on Oct 24, 2023
Thanks for your inquiry. Without getting into the issue of the appropriate entity type and state for your planned foundation, let’s just focus on the issue of whether you would need to register your planned Delaware entity as a foreign entity in Texas.
First, it is important to consider... View More
I use to work for company they asked me to open company under my name I agreed to help but later after months they said they closed the company but after that I was getting mail about toll fees and I got mail from irs say I owe money I moved from my address so I can’t get no more mail I don’t... View More
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answered on Oct 22, 2023
This is a difficult situation. You will need to actively prove to the IRS that you should not be responsible for the taxes due. Hopefully, there is time to file an appeal. If not, there are other ways to remove the liability.
Good morning, I have an LLC company, I want to know if I can hire myself and thus process an ITIN code, I live in Spain, but I manage the company from here through my registrar agent. Is it possible to do what I propose? Thank you.
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answered on Oct 22, 2023
An LLC in the U.S. can have foreign owners, and those owners can manage the business from abroad. If you are a foreign individual who needs to comply with U.S. tax return filing requirements, you may apply for an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN). However, merely hiring oneself in an... View More
I got laid off 2 weeks ago....I want to start a business (several months away from soliciting businesses) but I want to set up the infrastructure (form LLC, build website, etc.). Can I start on this while we wait for it to go final? I have a lot of time while I'm looking for a job, I'm a... View More
answered on Oct 19, 2023
Yes, you can begin the process of establishing an LLC during the final stages of your divorce, as long as these actions do not result in changes that establish ownership rights or confirm the existence of the LLC before the divorce is officially finalized. However, there are a couple of important... View More
In June of this year, I filed articles of organization for an LLC in New York City. In early July, I filed articles of dissolution. Based on a search of the DOS public database, it appears my LLC was successfully dissolved.
I have recently moved to Texas, and I am interested in reforming my... View More
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answered on Oct 19, 2023
Yes, unless a similar name already exist in Texas, you can re-incorporate using the same name; however, if it has not been long, you may want to wait to prevent any confusion. If the NY company's activities were limited and thus would not likely to cause any confusion, you should be fine.
My name is Janina G., my small business name is ‘janinasdiycrafts’. I currently sell handmade goods as a hobby, I haven’t made enough money to register it as a business. (Still in the hobby tax bracket) my questions is do I need to register it as a sole proprietorship in Florida since it’s... View More
answered on Oct 17, 2023
There is no registration with the Florida Secretary of State's Office for a sole proprietorship. However, since you are doing business other than your own name you need to comply with Florida's Fictious Name Statute.
In Florida, Section 865.09 of the Florida Statutes requires the... View More
If we create a C-corp business, e.g. ABC Widgets, Inc but then create a DBA in a person's name, e.g. Jane Doe, DBA ABC Widgets, Inc, does Jane Doe also benefit from the liability protection of ABC Widgets, Inc? Would Jane incur any personal liability from this type of business structure?
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answered on Oct 16, 2023
No, a person who is a DBA as a C-corp does not enjoy the liability protection of the C-corp. A DBA is simply a fictitious name that a business can use to operate under. It does not create a separate legal entity from the owner of the business. In the case of your example, if Jane Doe creates a... View More
Is it legal and from immigration and tax perspective what are things we need to make sure that we are compliant with law.
answered on Oct 15, 2023
Yes, you can start a LLC in your particular State. The two are not related. In fact, if you lived and were a resident of a foreign country, you can open an LLC in the U.S. You would list yourself and your foregin address, but you would need a resident agent in the State where the LLC is opened.
i want to know if i can file a trademark for one particular item for sale on my website page
answered on Oct 14, 2023
If you are using the mark to identify you as the source of goods in commerce, the mark is capable of being registered as a trademark. It would be prudent to research whether the mark has been used previously by another supplier of similar goods before adopting the mark and applying for registration
answered on Oct 12, 2023
There is no deadline to file an amendment.
A not-for-profit corporation may amend its Certificate of Incorporation from time to time by filing a Certificate of Amendment under Section 803 of the Not-for-Profit Corporation Law.
The document may contain any of the information that may... View More
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answered on Oct 10, 2023
In California, merely forming an LLC for an online business using a virtual mailbox address is not, in itself, tax evasion. However, if one uses this setup to intentionally misrepresent their business operations, earnings, or other pertinent financial information to avoid paying taxes, it could be... View More
Need a Business Attorney to join our Board, sweat equity for now until we get to our Series A funding.
Current state. Registered Delaware C Corp
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answered on Oct 10, 2023
Finding a pro-bono attorney for corporate matters can be challenging, as many attorneys offer pro-bono services primarily for public interest or individual needs. However, you can consider reaching out to local bar associations in California, as they sometimes have programs or can make referrals... View More
I am looking to start a sports handicapping business. For a fee, customers can purchase a subscription and receive a report with the sports picks I believe have the best value against the Vegas odds. I will not be placing wagers for my customers, running any type of fund, or anything aside from... View More
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answered on Oct 5, 2023
In Nevada, to establish a sports handicapping LLC, you'd generally follow steps like selecting a unique LLC name, appointing a registered agent, and filing Articles of Organization with the state. For the NAICS code, consider "711510 - Independent Artists, Writers, and Performers".... View More
Is using a virtual mailbox address to form an online business considered tax evasion if it isn’t in the state where you live?
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answered on Sep 29, 2023
Using a virtual mailbox address to form an LLC in a state where you do not reside does not, by itself, constitute tax evasion. However, misrepresenting the primary place of business or not paying appropriate state taxes where the business operates can lead to tax liabilities and penalties.... View More
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answered on Sep 28, 2023
In Indiana, an Entity Authorization is a general document that specifies who can act on behalf of any business entity. A Corporate Resolution is specific to corporations and records formal decisions made by the board of directors or shareholders. Both indicate who is authorized to make decisions... View More
Can I use a virtual address when filing an LLC to establish my business legally?
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answered on Sep 28, 2023
Using a virtual mailbox address for your business is not automatically considered tax evasion under California law. Many businesses use virtual addresses for legitimate reasons such as privacy and convenience. However, it's essential to ensure that your LLC complies with all relevant tax laws,... View More
answered on Sep 27, 2023
The jailed co-signer can sign a special power of attorney authorizing the free co-signer to transfer title into their name, subject to the lender’s approval.
The co-owners are me and my husband. It is a small business that specializes in event planning and coordination.
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answered on Sep 22, 2023
In Mississippi, forming a Limited Liability Company (LLC) is often a preferred choice for small business co-owners like you and your husband who are engaged in event planning. An LLC provides the liability protection that a corporation offers, while maintaining the operational flexibility and... View More
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