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How do you form a corporate entity (i.e., corporation, nonprofit, or LLC) in Florida and how long does the process take? A corporate entity is created by filing “articles of incorporation” (in the case of a corporation) or “articles of organization” (in the case of an LLC) with the Florida Department of State’s Division of Corporations. Upon ordering your corporate entity, we will electronically file your entity’s articles with the Florida Division of Corporations. It typically takes between 3 – 5 business days to file and process a corporate entity with the State. When your articles have been filed and returned to us, we will deliver the articles to you with a stamp showing that the document was filed with the State of Florida.
What are your service fees to set up a corporate entity in Florida?
501(c)(3) application (charitable organizations): Please contact us for further information. What is an EIN and will I need to obtain one for my corporate entity?The EIN is your corporate entity’s Employment Identification Number. The IRS assigns an EIN to business entities. The EIN is used to identify a business entity and to identify taxpayers that are required to file business tax returns with the IRS. You may apply for an EIN by filing Form SS-4 or by calling the IRS at 1-800-829-4933. You can also apply for an EIN online on the IRS website. (www.irs.gov) We can also assist you in obtaining your corporate entity’s EIN. How do I register to pay Florida sales tax and apply for a resale certificate for my business with the Florida Department of Revenue?You may have to register to pay taxes in the State of Florida by filing Form DR-1 (Application to Collect and/or Report Tax in Florida) with the Florida Department of Revenue. Upon registering to pay taxes with the Department of Revenue, you will receive, among other documentation, a Certificate of Registration (DR-11), Annual Resale Certificate (DR-13), an initial supply of tax returns, a Sales Tax Rate Table (DR-2X), and brochure entitled Beginning Your Relationship with the Florida Department of Revenue. Form DR-1. To register to pay Florida taxes, you must complete and submit Form DR-1 to the Florida Department of Revenue. Please note, the Form is included in our Corporate Kits. You can register to pay the following Florida taxes with Form DR-1, if applicable: Sales and Use tax, documentary stamp tax, communications services, gross receipts tax, solid waste fees and pollutants tax. Certificate of Registration. You are required under Florida law to post your Certificate of Registration in a conspicuous place so that your customers will know that you are authorized to collect Florida sales tax from them. Annual Resale Certificate. The Annual Resale Certificate permits businesses to make tax-exempt purchases or rentals for resale. It is important to note that when you buy goods using your Annual Resale Certificate, it is your responsibility to ensure the goods are actually purchased for resale. For more information, the Florida Department of Revenue can be reached at (800) 352-3671. The Department has a helpful brochure entitled, “Guide for Business Owners”, which furnishes detailed information for business owners about various Florida taxes. How do I obtain an occupational license or professional license in order to properly operate my business in Florida?An occupational license or business license is required for most business activities in Florida. Typically, occupational licenses are issued by the city or county in which the business is physically located. You should check with your city clerk and county tax collector for guidance in obtaining an occupational license for your business. How can I obtain additional information and resources about setting up and operating a business or nonprofit in the State of Florida?Please visit our Links page to find out more information and resources with regard to operating your business or nonprofit organization in Florida. | |||||||||||||||
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