Corporation, LLC, partnership, sole proprietorship…what's the difference, and which one is best for you? Experienced corporate attorney Michael Spadaccini answers those questions and provides all the tools you need to select, plan, organize, form, operate and maintain a business. Real-world scenarios help you analyze your business and evaluate the pros and cons of each business type. A complete reference section compares and contrasts the legal requirements, filing fees, taxation requirements and maintenance requirements for all 50 states. Spadaccini goes beyond choosing a structure to offer formation guidelines and maintenance requirements, ensuring your business' success.
Spadaccini covers:
Seven steps to forming a partnership
13 steps to incorporation
10 steps to organizing an LLC
Costs and features of each business type
State-specific information on staying in compliance with statutes in all 50 states
Maintaining liability protection
Selecting the appropriate structure can spell the difference between success and failure. Structure your venture for success with this professional guidance.
Sample Documents on CD-ROM!
Partnership Forms
Sample General Partnership Agreement
Partner Ledger
Minutes of Partnership Meeting
Action by Written Consent of Partners
LLC Forms
California LLC Articles of Organization
Operating Agreements for Member-Managed LLC
Membership Ledger
Investment Representation Letter
Call for Meeting of Members
Resolution Authorizing Manager to Transfer Property
Notice of Year-End Distribution
Corporation Forms
Sample Articles of Incorporation
Sample Corporate Bylaws
Share Transfer Ledger
Call for Special Meeting of Shareholders
Minutes of Annual or Special Meeting of Shareholders
Action by Written Consent of Shareholders
Call for Special Meeting of Directors
Sample Plan of Merger
Sample Certificate of Dissolution
Sample Stock Subscription Agreement
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