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Vice President of Sales at Harvard Business Services. Brett assisted both new customers and seasoned clients with the formation process in an effortless and informative manner. In the 20+ years he has been with Harvard Business Services, Inc., Brett's knowledge of Delaware business entities has become encyclopedic. In addition to managing and training the company's sales and customer service teams, his blogs on the nuances of forming and maintaining Delaware companies have become a dependable source of important information for entrepreneurs, accountants and attorneys.

Updating Your Company Name? Here’s How to Do It Right Tuesday, March 3, 2026

Learn how to easily change a company’s name. We'll help you file a Certificate of Amendment, which alters your company name quickly and painlessly with the state.... Continue Reading

Posted In: Business Strategies

EIN vs ITIN: What's the Difference? Monday, March 2, 2026

There are many numbers that are used to identify ourselves and our corporations or LLCs, such as a Social Security number, driver's license number, passport number, DUNS number and EIN (Employer Identification Number). Many business owners and employees wonder about the differences between the Federal Employer Tax ID number (EIN) and the individual taxpayer identification number (ITIN).... Continue Reading

Posted In: Compliance

Why Delaware Corporate Law Divides Power Between Shareholders, Directors, and Officers Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Delaware corporations are structured into three tiers of authority: shareholders, directors, and officers. Find out why this is so important in our blog.... Continue Reading

Posted In: Business Strategies

LLC Transfer of Interests Monday, February 16, 2026

In Delaware, the LLC Operating Agreement spells out all conditions of future sales or transfers. Traditionally, the LLC Operating agreement is amended internally within the LLC only.... Continue Reading

Posted In: About LLCs

Delaware’s New DBA Rules for Corporations and LLCs: What You Need to Know Monday, February 2, 2026

Delaware is moving DBA registrations for corporations & LLCs to an online system through the Delaware Division of Revenue. Learn more in our blog.... Continue Reading

Posted In: Business Strategies

Converting an LLC to a Series LLC Monday, January 19, 2026

It's possible to convert an LLC to a series LLC. Here's how the process works & when/why you should consider this change. | File a Delaware LLC today.... Continue Reading

Posted In: About LLCs

Managing Ownership Changes for Your Delaware LLC Monday, January 12, 2026

Change of ownership for an LLC can be complicated and requires costly amendments in most U.S. states. However, not in the state of Delaware. Unlike other states, Delaware requires very little information to be made public in order to form an LLC.... Continue Reading

Posted In: About LLCs

The Delaware Series LLC is Gaining Popularity Tuesday, December 9, 2025

Delaware series LLCs are growing in popularity. Learn about the differences between protected series and registered series LLCs, then form one online today.... Continue Reading

Posted In: The Delaware Advantage

2025 Delaware Annual Report Now Requires “Nature of Business” Tuesday, December 2, 2025

Starting in 2025, Delaware Annual Report filings must include a “Nature of Business” description. Learn more about this change and then file online today.v... Continue Reading

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Delaware’s 2024 Annual Report: The First State Still Reigns Supreme Monday, October 20, 2025

Delaware continues to dominate as the premier state for business formations. Read more about the contents of the Delaware Annual Report 2024.... Continue Reading

Posted In: The Delaware Advantage

How to Convert an LP to an LLC Monday, September 15, 2025

The Operating Agreement governing the procedures of the LLC and the rights and obligations among its members is more flexible than that of a Limited Partnership, and may contain provisions and terms that would be impermissible in the context of a Delaware Limited Partnership.... Continue Reading

Posted In: Business Strategies

Correcting Corporate Oversights: A Guide for Delaware Corporations Monday, September 8, 2025

Drafting corporate resolutions, recording meeting minutes and tracking stock available for issuance is sometimes seen as a distraction from the company’s primary focus of pursuing its business plan and achieving its goals.... Continue Reading

Posted In: About Corporations

Do Corporate Bylaws Need to Be Signed? Here's What You Should Know Tuesday, August 12, 2025

Corporate bylaws are vital for outlining how a corporation operates, but they usually don’t need to be signed to be valid. Adoption by the board of directors—documented in meeting minutes or written consent—is typically enough. While some companies choose to sign bylaws for recordkeeping, most states don’t require it. The real priority is ensuring your bylaws are adopted, maintained, and followed.... Continue Reading

Posted In: About Corporations

Subchapter S Tax Status for a Delaware Corporation or LLC Tuesday, July 29, 2025

Electing Subchapter S Status for your corporation or LLC will allow your business to save money on taxes. Find out if your Delaware business is eligible.... Continue Reading

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Bylaws - More Important Than You Might Think Tuesday, July 22, 2025

Bylaws are rules set by a company to govern itself. Brett Melson discusses more about corporate bylaws, their function, and how they should be implemented.... Continue Reading

Posted In: About Corporations