Business Strategies

Learn how to incorporate your Delaware business as well as tips, suggestions and smart business ideas for you to utlize before and after incorporating a company in Delaware.

What is a Single Member LLC? By Rick Bell Monday, August 24, 2026 Single Member LLCA single-member LLC is a limited liability company with one owner. It can help separate personal and business liabilities while offering flexible tax solutions and relatively simple management... Read More
Formation Documents for an LLC By Rick Bell Monday, August 24, 2026 LLCThe main formation document for an LLC is typically called a Certificate of Formation, Certificate of Organization, or Articles of Organization, depending on the state. Delaware LLCs are formed by filing a Certificate of Formation and maintaining a Delaware registered agent... Read More
Delaware Corporations: Why Your Principal Place of Business Address Matters By Brett Melson Monday, August 17, 2026 Principal Place of BusinessDelaware corporations should list their principal place of business on the annual report, not their registered agent’s address. Learn more in our blog... Read More
2025 Delaware Annual Report By Brett Melson Tuesday, August 11, 2026 In 2025, Delaware saw 334,461 new business formations, more than 15% above 2024. Read more about the state’s success in the 2025 Delaware Annual Report... Read More
Delaware Franchise Tax Increases Under HB 400 By Logan Donovan Tuesday, August 4, 2026 Delaware HB400Delaware House Bill 400 will increase annual franchise taxes and certain filing fees for several Delaware entities beginning with the 2026 tax year... Read More
Understanding the IRS 83(b) Election for Delaware Business Owners By Brett Melson Tuesday, July 21, 2026 irs 83b statusAn IRS 83(b) Election lets you pay taxes on company stock when you receive it, instead of waiting until it becomes fully yours. Learn more in our blog... Read More
Calling and Holding a Board Meeting, Part 2 By Brett Melson Monday, July 20, 2026 /blog/images/img/board of directors table.jpgA Delaware Corporation's bylaws are crucial for outlining the operational framework and governance mechanics of a corporation, including the composition and procedures and rules regarding board directors and meetings. This is part two of our discussion on how board meetings are called and held in this two part blog series... Read More
Foreign Qualification Common Mistakes By Andrew Millman Monday, June 29, 2026 Common MistakesForeign qualifying your business is tricky, but our team of professionals can help you avoid common mistakes in applying for foreign qualifications. Some of the most frequent foreign qualification errors include: delaying the process until the last minute, using the wrong title on the application, omitting information such as the address for one of the officers, directors, members, or managers, or failing to provide the appropriate accompanying documentation, such as a Certificate of Good Standing or a Certified Copy. At a time when nearly every single Secretary of States’ office in the US is experiencing some form of processing delay due to the pandemic, savvy owners are seeking professional support to ensure a timely and smooth filing process... Read More
Small Business Owners’ Obligations in Offering a 401(k) Plan By Jarrod Melson, Esq. Tuesday, June 23, 2026 Retirement PlanSome businesses must offer a retirement plan to their employees. Find out why it's important to choose a good provider & put employee interests first... Read More
Board Meetings and the Importance of Well-Drafted Minutes By Brett Melson Monday, June 15, 2026 Learn about the importance of properly recording your board meeting minutes and some of the essentials that should be included in each document... Read More