Before You Choose a Registered Agent, Know This: You’re legally required to have a Registered Agent to operate an LLC or Corporation in Florida Acting as your own registered agent could put your business at risk A professional registered agent adds legal protection...
Key Takeaways on Piercing the Corporate Veil in Florida Florida courts usually pierce the veil for fraud or misconduct – not for simple negligence. Written agreements and good record-keeping provide great protection against piercing the veil. Florida doesn’t require...
Key Takeaways on What to do After Forming an LLC: Forming an LLC is just step one — Ongoing compliance is critical. Always draft an Operating Agreement — Even for single-member LLCs. Keep business and personal finances separate — Or risk losing liability protection....
Key Takeaways for Florida LLC vs Corporations: LLCs offer flexible management and pass-through taxation. Ideal for small, closely held businesses. Corporations provide stronger liability protection and are better suited for growth and investment. LLCs require fewer...
Key Takeaways from Member Managed vs Manager Managed LLCs: Choose between member or manager control when forming your LLC. Member-managed: All owners run the business. Manager-managed: Designated person(s) handle operations. Florida law defaults to member-managed...
Key Takeaways on LLC Operating Agreements: Florida LLCs aren't legally required to have an Operating Agreement, but not having one can create legal and financial risks. A well-drafted Operating Agreement defines ownership, management structure, voting rights, profit...
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Key Benefits of an LLC in Florida: LLCs in Florida offer personal liability protection, separating business and personal assets. Florida LLCs are easy and cost-effective to form, with low setup and annual maintenance fees. Flexible management and ownership options...
Key Takeaways on the Florida LLC Operating Agreement: A Florida LLC Operating Agreement isn’t required by law but is essential for protecting owners. It defines ownership, management roles, voting rights, and dispute resolution. Strengthens limited liability...
Key Takeaways on DBA in Florida: A Florida DBA (Doing Business As) lets businesses legally operate under a name different from their legal entity name. Registration requires a name search, newspaper notice, and filing with the Florida Division of Corporations. DBAs...
Key Takeaways on Florida Annual Reports: Florida businesses must file an Annual Report by May 1st each year to stay active. Failing to file results in a $400 late fee and possible dissolution. Filing fees vary by entity type (LLC, corporation, partnership, etc.). You...
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Key Takeaway about this Article: LLC membership in Florida splits into management and financial interests; only the financial interest passes to heirs. Upon death, a member is dissociated from the LLC, losing all management rights. Single-member LLCs risk dissolution...
Key Takeaways on Foreign Florida LLCs: A Florida Foreign LLC is any out-of-state LLC that wishes to transact business within Florida’s borders. Certain limited activities—like owning property or hiring contractors—do not require foreign registration in Florida. If...
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Key Takeaways on Trademarks: Trademarks protect your brand’s identity, including names, logos, and taglines. Federal registration offers stronger legal protection, exclusive nationwide use, and enhances your ability to defend your brand in court. Using the ® symbol...
Key Takeaways on Florida LLCs: LLCs combine tax flexibility with legal protection, offering pass-through taxation and limited personal liability. Avoid double taxation by reporting business income on personal returns. Flexible ownership and structure, including...
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