If a company conducts some of its business in another state, it may be free and legal. However, if the amount of business done crosses a certain threshold, things change. The state, or states, may decide a business is running within the state, requiring authorization in the form of “foreign qualification.” Here is when a..

A certificate of authority or foreign qualification is required to run a business in another state in order to operate legally across state lines. What happens if this is ignored and business is conducted across state lines anyway? Legally Certified If a business owner makes the occasional business deal in another state, this does not..

Taxes affect businesses at the local, state, and federal levels. There are a number of rules to keep track of, but for the LLC to remain in corporate compliance, learning them is essential. These tips help companies ensure they remain in good standing. Understand Payroll If a company hires employees, this first tip is critical…

Success and growth can lead a business to consider expanding operations out of state. However, opening a business in another state requires more rules to learn and regulations to comply with. Here are three things you must remember if the business is ready to grow beyond its home state and you will need to file..

One of the things that can affect a business’s reputation is its standing. But why is this “good standing” status important for corporate compliance, and why would a company lose it? Official State Status A state will usually issue a certificate of good standing as proof that a business has this status. Depending on the..

There may come a time when a business owner decides that it’s time to expand. While opening up new offices or outlets in the same state is quite simple there are extra steps needed in order to open your business in outside states. The same name and identification can be used; however, businesses must be..

Corporate compliance keeps your business active and in good standing with the government. When you are not in compliance, you can face fees, lawsuits, and damage to your business. Compliance regulations may differ from company to company but if you are not in compliance you may not be allowed to continue operations in your state…

Whether your small business has become inactive or is in bad standing with the state, you can usually have it reinstated. Reinstatement is the process where you resolve any outstanding business compliance issues with your state. Once the reinstatement process is completed, your business will be active and in good standing. The reinstatement process varies..

The most successful businesses are built on trust, whether the trust of individual customers coming in to purchase a product or service or clients who have enjoyed a certain level of quality and keep coming back to a proven reliable business. However, this trust, while built on the reputation and practices of the companies, is..

Staying within federal, state, county, or city/town corporate compliance is crucial to a business remaining in good standing with the government and being allowed to operate legally and with a clean reputation. However, staying compliant can sometimes require the participation of all levels of a business. Keeping a license valid and remembering to renew it..