Form a Corporation

Corporation

To setup a corporation you will need to file your Articles of Incorporation with the Secretary of States office within the state you want to file your business within.  Many people file their corporate documents on their own, and it something that you can do.  It can be a daunting task if you are unsure of what paperwork is required to file.  It is important that you file the correct paperwork with the state office, include the proper fee, and make sure that you read all appropriate directions prior to filing. We suggest that you contact your Secretary of States office or Division of Corporations as they can be a very useful tool for determine what is required for your business filing to be approved.  In many states by simply calling the office they can point you to the corret web site to find sample forms, appropriate fees, and directions for completing your filing.

Incorporate your Business

To incorporate your business you will need to file your Articles of Incorporation with your state office.  The articles must comply with state law and must be appropriately filed in your state office.  Once filed it may take up to 2 weeks to 7 months for the state to return either an approval or rejection of your paperwork.  If your paperwork is rejected you will be required to file again and you will also have to get in the back of the queue as if your filing a brand new registration.  This frustration can make you crazy, so make sure to do it right the first time.

Expediting your Filing

You can have your filing done more quickly in some states by paying the state office an extra fee, called an expediting fee.  By accepting this fee the state office is agreeing to prioritize your filing ahead of all non-expedited filings in your state.  Expediting your filing is almost a requirement in states like Arizona that takes approximately 7 months to approve a non-expedited filing.  In Arizona, expedited filings can take betweeen 7-10 weeks depending on the states current processing load.

Contact your state to setup a Corporation