Archive for January, 2009

Get MaxFilings’ Business Forms CD for Free!

Wednesday, January 28th, 2009

It doesn’t matter whether you’re starting a new business or need instill some organization in an existing one, the business forms CD from online incorporation service MaxFilings is a must have.

These customizable forms can be easily opened in Microsoft Word format and serve as a guide for documents that virtually all businesses need.

Find 26 general business forms on the CD that provide an administrative framework for hiring employees, collecting payments and other common legal documents used in business. The other 24 forms are specific to running a corporation, such as a certificate of corporate vote, stock purchase agreements and minutes from various meetings.

Business incorporation service MaxFilings allows you to easily form a corporation, LLC or nonprofit online in any state. Additionally, find handy business incorporation tips through specially published informative articles at MaxFilings’ Knowledge Center.

Now, you can obtain the business forms CD by simply visiting the MaxFilings website and paying a small $6.95 shipping fee.

What Needs to be Included on Nonprofit Formation Documents

Tuesday, January 6th, 2009

When forming your nonprofit corporation online at MaxFilings, certain information must be included in order for the process to go smoothly. Online incorporation services like MaxFilings can help you properly complete what’s required

Just like for-profit corporations, articles of incorporation or certificate of incorporation are the documents required to form a nonprofit. Each state’s requirements vary, but the most common are:

1.    Nonprofit Name – The desired name of the nonprofit must be included. Some states require a corporate identifier, such as “Corporation”, “Company”, or “Incorporated”.
2.    Business Purpose – Explanation of what the nonprofit is being formed to do or provide. This is also very important for ensuring the nonprofit is properly classified as such with the IRS.
3.    Registered Agent – Virtually all states require them to have a registered agent, or a designee to receive official legal and tax correspondence from the state.
4.    Incorporator – Name of the person filing the incorporation documents with the state.
5.    Directors – Most states require the names and addresses of the initial board of directors to be included in business filing documents.

The above list is a general outline. Consult with a professional or with the state you intend to incorporate in to be sure you include all required information.

Online incorporation service MaxFilings can help you easily form your nonprofit in any state or the District of Columbia.