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Misconceptions About Incorporating a Company By
Misconceptions
Forming an LLC or corporation in Delaware is a lot easier than you think. Read about some of the most common misconceptions about Delaware formations... Read More
9 Common Franchise Tax Filing Mistakes By
common franchise tax filing mistakes
Regardless of whether you're filling your taxes directly with the state of Delaware or using our secure online payment, keep these nine common mistakes in mind... Read More
What is a Certified B Corporation? By
what is a certified b corporation
B Lab is a non-profit corporation that certifies B Corporations—it offers a variety of support, varying from access to the Certified B Corp logo to introducing new Certified B companies to a large, lively community of other Certified B Corporations... Read More
Your Effective Date Affects Your Franchise Tax By
The State of Delaware is now accepting future effective dates for Incorporating your business. Learn more on how you can request a future Effective date in 2022 to save on the annual Delaware Franchise Tax... Read More
Changes Within the Limited Partnership By
limited partnership
During the formation process for a Limited Partnership in Delaware, a Certificate of Limited Partnership is filed with the Delaware Secretary of State for approval. An Amendment to the Certificate of Limited Partnership must be filed in Delaware if, at any point, there are changes to the General Partner details... Read More
What Is a Conformed Signature? By
what is a conformed signature
A conformed signature indicates that a real signature has been used on the original document. Oftentimes, business transactions are done by smartphone while on the go. Many people know already that Delaware will accept faxed and emailed copies of documents that require signatures... Read More
Delaware General Corporation Structure By
structure of a general coporation
The Delaware general corporation is the strongest company structure in the U.S. It offers a means to raise capital, has three tiers of power and follows bylaws. The bylaws of the company set forth the powers and the limits of power in each of the three tiers. Each group may have separate priorities, and they may clash occasionally... Read More
Validate Your Delaware Documents By
When you receive an official document from the Delaware Secretary of State, it will be printed in black ink on white paper. Even though some parties may request raised seals or color documents, these are not available and not required for Delaware document validation... Read More
Change Your Company’s Number of Authorized Shares By
change your company's number of authorized shares
The number of authorized shares you choose for your corporation is important because authorized share information is listed on your Certificate of Incorporation and filed with the state of Delaware... Read More
Improving Your Tech Can Lead to More Success By
Tech Solutions for More Success
Updating your company’s tech can you help manage data, streamline internal processes, and improve the customer experience. Learn our strategy at HBS... Read More