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LLC Registration – Choosing a state May 7, 2008

Posted by Jeff Nabers in : Self Directed IRA Solo 401k , add a comment

For many small businesses forming an LLC in your home state is the simplest and most convenient option. An LLC that does business in a state other than where it was initially registered must register as a “foreign LLC” (foreign meaning from a different state, not a different country) with the state in which it conducts business.

When an LLC is registered with a state, a registered agent must be named. This is the person or corporation designated to accept official documents on behalf of the LLC. This person or corporation must reside in the state of formation. If you are registering an LLC in a state in which you don’t reside, you’ll need to choose a person or corporation residing in that state to serve as your registered agent. There are many companies who provide a registered agent service for a nominal fee.

There are advantages to choosing certain states in which to initially register your LLC. Many large corporations choose to form an LLC in Delaware because (more…)