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Beneficial Ownership Reporting Infographic

Beneficial Ownership Reporting Infographic

Beneficial Ownership Reporting Infographic

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Posted on February 23, 2024, by Elisa Jean-Newman in Business Compliance.

Discover our free Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) Reporting Infographic intended as a beginners guide for owners of LLCs and corporations. As a small business owner, you’ll be introduced to the new 2024 beneficial ownership report you must submit to FinCEN. … Read more

The New York LLC Transparency Act Requirement

The New York LLC Transparency Act Requirement

The New York LLC Transparency Act Requirement

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Posted on January 25, 2024, by Elisa Jean-Newman in Business Compliance, Industry News.

In an effort to enhance corporate transparency and combat illicit activities, the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) was put into effect on January 1, 2024, at the federal level. However, LLCs in New York need to be aware of the recent … Read more

Alabama Annual Report Requirement Update

Alabama Annual Report Requirement Update

Alabama Annual Report Requirement Update

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Posted on January 22, 2024, by Elisa Jean-Newman in Business Compliance, Industry News.

Entities registered in Alabama must be aware of the recent amendment to the annual report requirement. This blog post will provide an overview of the previous requirements, explain the changes made, discuss the filing process, and offer tips for success.… Read more

Countdown to the Corporate Transparency Act: How to Prepare for Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting

Countdown to the Corporate Transparency Act: How to Prepare for Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting

Countdown to the Corporate Transparency Act: How to Prepare for Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting

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Posted on December 20, 2023, by Elisa Jean-Newman in Business Compliance, Industry News.

The clock is ticking, and the deadline for beneficial ownership information (BOI) reporting is fast approaching. The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) has brought about significant changes in the regulatory landscape and may have real impacts on teams across your organization. … Read more

Countdown to BOI Reporting: Current Corporate Transparency Act Timeline

Countdown to BOI Reporting: Current Corporate Transparency Act Timeline

Countdown to BOI Reporting: Current Corporate Transparency Act Timeline

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Posted on December 4, 2023, by Elisa Jean-Newman in Business Compliance, Industry News.

We’re less than a month away from the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) coming into effect. While it may feel like Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting requirements have come out of nowhere, the rules have been developing over several years. This … Read more

FinCEN Extends Deadline for Companies Registering in 2024 to Submit Beneficial Ownership Information Reports

FinCEN Extends Deadline for Companies Registering in 2024 to Submit Beneficial Ownership Information Reports

FinCEN Extends Deadline for Companies Registering in 2024 to Submit Beneficial Ownership Information Reports

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Posted on November 29, 2023, by Elisa Jean-Newman in Business Compliance, Industry News.

The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has announced a final rule granting an extension to the deadline for selected reporting companies to file their initial reports on beneficial ownership information (BOI). Companies established or registered in 2024 will now have … Read more

How Mergers & Acquisitions Impact Licenses: A Guide for AEC Firms

How Mergers & Acquisitions Impact Licenses: A Guide for AEC Firms

How Mergers & Acquisitions Impact Licenses: A Guide for AEC Firms

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Posted on October 24, 2023, by Elisa Jean-Newman in Business Compliance, Industry News.

In the fast-paced world of Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) firms, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) have become increasingly common. These strategic moves can provide numerous benefits, such as expanding market share, diversifying services, and increasing competitiveness. However, amidst the excitement … Read more

California Temporarily Waives Filing Fees for Corporations, LLCs, Nonprofits, and Others

California Temporarily Waives Filing Fees for Corporations, LLCs, Nonprofits, and Others

California Temporarily Waives Filing Fees for Corporations, LLCs, Nonprofits, and Others

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The California Secretary of State has announced a temporary waiver of filing fees for many new corporations, LLCs, nonprofits, and other organizations. The stated purpose of the waiver is “to encourage business growth in California.” The recent enactment of California’s Read more

When Should I Register a Trademark?

When Should I Register a Trademark?

When Should I Register a Trademark?

Posted on June 23, 2022, by admin in Business Compliance.

A common question for entrepreneurs and small businesses is, “When should I register a trademark?”

Let’s look at 5 key points to consider. 

1. First, you should register for a federal trademark when you want to protect the GOOD WILL… Read more

The Differences Between State Licenses and Local Permits

The Differences Between State Licenses and Local Permits

The Differences Between State Licenses and Local Permits

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Posted on May 10, 2022, by Laura Worker in Business Compliance.

If you own or operate an architecture company or an engineering firm, you are likely aware of your state’s licensing requirements. However, certain jobs and services you perform may be subject to additional permitting requirements. 

The primary difference between licenses … Read more