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For - [Independent Directors and Special Purpose Entities](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/independent-directors-and-special-purpose-entities/) - Learn the purpose of a Special Purpose Entity (SPE) and how an Independent Director protects assets from bankruptcy risk in securitizations and joint ventures. Contact UCS for service. - [Delaware LLC, LP, GP Tax – Due June 1st](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/delaware-llc-lp-gp-tax-due-june-1st/) - Delaware LLC, LP, and GP Annual Tax is due by June 1st. Get compliance help and avoid penalties. Contact UCS Registered Agent services for assistance with your filing. - [New Diligence Opportunity for Financial Institutions](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/new-diligence-opportunity-for-financial-institutions/) - In this guest blog post, we present an article authored by Andrew J. Kimball, an Associate at Norris McLaughlin, P.A., and Peter D. Hutcheon, Of Counsel at the same firm. The article delves into the necessary measures that financial institutions must undertake to obtain the beneficial ownership information housed by FinCEN under the Corporate Transparency - [Nevada Publication Requirements](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/nevada-publication-requirements/) - In an earlier posting, we talked about New York publication requirements. New York is not the only state that requires certain filings to publish to a local newspaper. Throughout the year United Corporate Services, Inc. will educate you on publication requirements in various states. This post will talk specifically about publication requirements in The Silver - [Listen Up! Removing the “noise words” when conducting UCC searches.](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/listen-up-removing-the-noise-words-when-conducting-ucc-searches/) - In 2015, the International Association of Commercial Administrators (IACA) released the revised Model Administrative Rules, which include a specific section frequently referred to as “standard search logic.” One standard search logic rule is 503.1.2: “No distinction is made between upper-and lower-case letters.” This means the debtor’s name could be entered as ABC COMPANY INC or - [Change to Texas “Good Standing” Certificates](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/change-to-texas-good-standing-certificates/) - Here's some insight on the May 5, 2013 changes made by the Texas Comptroller’s office: The excerpt below is taken from the State’s website: To begin, let’s define the documents we are talking about: Certificates of account status are often confused with certificates of status issued by the Secretary of State. A “certificate of status” - [Examining Two Standards of the UCC for Collateral Description](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/examining-two-standards-of-the-ucc-for-collateral-description/) - Our guest blog post features an article written by Armstrong Teasdale Partner Jeffrey Wurst, who examines two standards of the UCC for collateral description. Mr. Wurst explains why lenders must exercise caution when intending to lend against collateral that is represented not to be part of a prior lender’s collateral package. The UCC has two - [The importance of networking in the paralegal community](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/the-importance-of-networking-in-the-paralegal-community/) - In a span of 10 days in mid-October, my colleague and I traveled over 6,600 miles to attend the International Practice Management Association (IPMA) and National Federation Paralegal Association (NFPA) conferences held in Orlando, Florida and Seattle, Washington. This was an opportunity to reconnect with old friends and make new acquaintances. The new relationships would - [Updating Beneficial Ownership Information with FinCEN](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/updating-beneficial-ownership-information-with-fincen/) - In previous installments of this blog series, we have addressed the immediate changes taking effect in January of 2024. The Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”) not only alters the process of establishing a new corporate entity, but the CTA also mandates that Beneficial Ownership Information (“BOI”) remains accurate at all times. As a result, there are - [FinCEN Releases BOI Access Rule](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/fincen-releases-boi-access-rule/) - Our guest blog post showcases an article authored by Jonathan Wilson, a co-founder of FinCEN Report Company LLC. Originally published on December 24, 2023, the article offers a comprehensive overview of the Access Rule under the Corporate Transparency Act as defined by FinCEN. Last week, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) issued a final rule - [New Delaware Corporate Information System (DCIS) – New Date Announced](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/new-delaware-corporate-information-system-dcis-new-date-announced/) - June 23, 2015 UPDATE The State of Delaware is very active in working with the Registered Agents that do so much work with their office. During a recent meeting, the State announced that the Go Live Date would be September 8th. In an effort to provide the best service possible with the least disruption, the - [Puerto Rico provides extensions of term of fines relief program](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/puerto-rico-provides-extensions-of-term-of-fines-relief-program/) - As Puerto Rico continues on the long journey to recovery, the Secretary of State recently announced that it will provide extension to active legal entities that have yet to submit their annual reports or have not paid their annual rights, from December 11 through February 8, 2018. Please follow the attached link for further details. - [Tips to avoid corporate name conflicts with the Secretary of State](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/tips-to-avoid-corporate-name-conflicts-with-the-secretary-of-state/) - IHOP or IHOB? What’s in a name? Plenty if you ask us. ☺ Your corporate name allows you to tell the public who you are. Your name is placed on the formation document (essentially the firm’s birth certificate) which is displayed on everything that the company comes in contact with such as letterhead, stock certificates, - [What is a FinCEN Identifier?](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/what-is-a-fincen-identifier/) - Of the changes coming with the new legislation regarding the Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”), a new government identifier will be obtainable to streamline the process of submitting Beneficial Owner Information (BOI) reports and fill out company applicant information. This new identifier is called the FinCEN Identifier and is sometimes referred to as a “FinCEN number” - [Important Update: NYS Franchise Tax Search Changes and What It Means for You](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/nys-franchise-tax-search-changes-2024/) - Learn about the recent changes to NYS Franchise Tax searches, effective August 15, 2024. UCS clients will now need to access tax information directly through NYS Business Online Services. Get step-by-step instructions on how to navigate these changes. - [Which States Allow for Temporary Remote Online Notarization? (Updated September 8th)](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/which-states-allow-for-temporary-remote-online-notarization/) - In response to the stay-at-home orders, some have issued temporary authorizations for Notaries to perform Remote Online Notarizations (RON). - [TX Distinguishable Name](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/tx-distinguishable-name/) - On June 1, 2018, Texas implemented a less restrictive standard for determining whether a business entity’s name will be available to domestic and registered foreign business entities. This change affects the following entity types: Corporations (Domestic & Foreign) Limited Partnerships Limited Liability Companies Professional Associations Cooperatives Real Estate Investment Trusts Whereas prior to implementation, the - [Canada introduces the Business Corporations Act](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/canada-introduces-the-business-corporations-act/) - In 2019, a new regulation was implemented in Canada, mandating federally incorporated, privately held companies incorporated under the Canada Business Corporations Act (CBCA) to establish and maintain comprehensive records of individuals who have significant control (ISCs) of the company. The objective behind mandating such reporting is to enhance transparency in corporate ownership, aiming to tackle - [Now that you have registered your business in Delaware…what do you do now?](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/now-that-you-have-registered-your-business-in-delawarewhat-do-you-do-now/) - Paula Lintner, Branch Manager of the Delaware office, sheds some light on the things you should know about your Delaware entity. This continues our series on Registered Agent Services and addresses some of the questions we receive daily from our clients after they form a Delaware entity. Now that you have registered your business in Delaware…what - [What is a Reporting Company under the Corporate Transparency Act?](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/what-is-a-reporting-company-under-the-corporate-transparency-act/) - When it comes to the Corporate Transparency Act ("CTA"), it is vital to understand if your company is a “Reporting Company,” since determining this will decide whether or not any Beneficial Ownership Information ("BOI") filing is required. The flow-chart included below is FinCEN’s definition of what determines a “Reporting Company.” The chart below highlights that - [The Assumed Par Value Capital Method (APV Method): Decreasing Your Delaware Franchise Tax by using the Alternative Tax Method](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/the-apv-method-reducing-your-delaware-franchise-tax-by-using-the-alternative-tax-method/) - All Delaware domestic stock corporations as well as for-profit non-stock corporations that do meet the requirements with the Exempt Corporation requirements are required to file an Annual Report and pay an Annual Franchise Tax. The Delaware Secretary of State assesses the tax using the Authorized Shares Method, which is based on the number of shares - [What is the Corporate Transparency Act?](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/what-is-the-corporate-transparency-act/) - It is normal to feel overwhelmed, frustrated, and possibly even worried about how to comply with any new regulation, especially if the rules are constantly evolving and being defined, redefined, explained, and reevaluated. So, let’s take a step back before diving into the minutia. What is the Corporate Transparency Act ("CTA")? At a very fundamental - [Business Lawyers, the Corporate Transparency Act and New York State’s Response](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/business-lawyers-the-corporate-transparency-act-and-new-york-states-response/) - Our guest blog post, written by Tom Pitegoff has been published in the New York Law Journal with the article titled, “Business Lawyers, the Corporate Transparency Act and New York State’s Response.” Published on August 2, 2023, in the article, Tom discusses the upcoming requirement for millions of privately held businesses in the United States - [What is the New Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) Reporting and How Does it Affect Your Business?](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/what-is-the-new-beneficial-ownership-information-boi-reporting-and-how-does-it-affect-your-business/) - Our guest blog post features an article written by Norris McLaughlin, P.A. Associate Samuele Riva and co-authored by Member, Jeff Cassin. Mr. Riva and Mr. Cassin offer an overview of the Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting and the Corporate Transparency Act from the perspective of two corporate attorneys. Commencing Jan. 1, 2024, certain business owners and - [Businesses Beware: Penalties for Failure to Comply with Reporting Requirements of the Corporate Transparency Act](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/businesses-beware-penalties-for-failure-to-comply-with-reporting-requirements-of-the-corporate-transparency-act/) - Our guest blog post features an article written by Norris McLaughlin, P.A. Associate Rocco Beltrami and co-authored by Member, John Lushis, Jr. Mr. Beltrami and Mr. Lushis Jr. offer an overview of the Corporate Transparency from perspective of two corporate attorneys. Businesses, especially small and privately-owned businesses, should be aware of federal reporting requirements becoming - [Pennsylvania Companies moving from Decennial Reporting to Annual Reporting](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/pennsylvania-companies-moving-from-decennial-reporting-to-annual-reporting/) - The requirement for Decennial Reports has been repealed. Effective January 3, 2024, specific entity types will transition from filing 10-year reports on company activities to being required to file annually. If your company falls into this category, it will have approximately one year to prepare for the new requirements. The annual report requirement begins in - [What's the difference between a Principal Office address and a Registered Agent address?](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/whats-the-difference-between-a-principal-office-address-and-a-registered-agent-address/) - The Delaware Secretary of State has a policy of not allowing entities to report their Registered Agent address as their Principal Place of Business address on their annual reports. Recently, in an effort to further enforce this policy, the state announced that they will contact any entity that has listed their Registered Agent’s address as - [New York Design Professional Corporation (D.P.C.)](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/new-york-design-professional-corporation-d-p-c/) - New York law permits certain licensed professionals to form a professional corporation (PC), referred to by the New York statute as a professional service corporation, to shield the personal assets of shareholders from liability for debts of the business. PCs offer stock to shareholders to signify ownership of the PC. PLLCs, on the other hand, - [Delaware Secretary of State Holiday Closing Calendar](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/delaware-secretary-of-state-holiday-closing-calendar/) - We are fast approaching the end of 2020 and the Delaware Secretary of State has released their holiday schedule for the month of December. Attached are dates for when the Secretary of State will be operating on a reduced schedule or closed for the entire day. - [California Secretary of State Enacts Certificate of Validation Statute](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/california-secretary-of-state-enacts-certificate-of-validation-statute/) - Effective January 1, 2023, SB 218 created a new filing with the California Secretary of State (“Secretary of State”) called a “Ratification of a Noncompliant Corporate Act” or a “Validation of a Noncompliant Corporate Act.” This new filing will need to be drafted and submitted by a corporation or their attorney. This bill will allow - [NYS Forms Required for Dissolution or Surrender of Authority](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/nys-forms-required-for-dissolution-or-surrender-of-authority/) - In order to receive consent to dissolve a domestic corporation or surrender authority of a foreign corporation with the New York Secretary of State, the New York Department of Taxation and Finance requires the below referenced forms be submitted along with the entity’s final return. These are new forms and we will provide more information - [Electronic and Conformed Signatures with the Secretary of State](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/electronic-and-conformed-signatures-with-the-secretary-of-state/) - I’ve reached a point in my career where I can say “ I remember when...”. As a corporate paralegal, I remember when corporate documents such as certificates of incorporation, dissolutions, mergers and even UCC filings required an original signature. With so many technological advances made over the past twenty years we have gone from wet - [Distinctions between a Member-Managed LLC and a Manager-Managed LLC](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/management-of-a-limited-liability-company-llc/) - An LLC can be either a member-managed LLC or a manager-managed LLC. In most states, an LLC is member-managed unless it is designated as a manager-managed LLC within its Articles of Organization and/or Operating Agreement/Limited Liability Company agreement. Members of an LLC can manage the company’s business without losing their limited liability status by acting - [Naming a Secured Party: The Alternative Designation](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/naming-a-secured-party-the-alternative-designation/) - A UCC-1 Financing Statement is used by a creditor to provide notice that it has a security interest in the personal property of a debtor. Quite often when a UCC-1 Financing Statement is submitted, the participants involved are identified as the Debtor and Secured Party but the UCC-1 Financing State also allows the filer to - [Certificate of Good Standing vs. Certificate of Existence](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/certificate-of-good-standing-vs-certificate-of-existence/) - A Certificate of Good Standing or a Certificate of Existence is used by a business entity to prove that they are incorporated and legally authorized to conduct business in a particular state or jurisdiction. A Certificate of Good Standing shows that the entity does not owe any outstanding franchise taxes, fees, or penalties to the - [What is a Federal Tax Lien and how do you conduct a search?](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/what-is-a-federal-tax-lien-and-how-do-you-conduct-a-search/) - Searching for Federal Tax Liens is just one component of a thorough due diligence search. Understanding the “What” and the “Where” of the different areas of a “Full Lien Search” involves being able to successfully sort through each jurisdiction’s recordation rules. What is a Federal Tax Lien? A Federal Tax Lien is defined as the - [Steps to setting up an IPA in New York](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/8-steps-to-setting-up-an-ipa-in-new-york/) - New York recognizes a variety of business forms including corporations, limited liability companies, limited partnerships, sole proprietorships and general partnerships. Each has its own advantages and disadvantages. The business form of choice will depend upon the purposes of the company. When a company is being formed for specific professional services in New York it must - [What is an Annual Report?](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/what-is-an-annual-report-2/) - Spring and annual report season are upon us! Whether you operate a corporation (C or S), a non-profit corporation, an LLC or LLP, your entity is required to file a report of activity throughout the lifespan of your business. Depending on the state, reports are required to be submitted annually, biennially and even decennially.When you understand your - [Corporate Transparency Act](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/corporate-transparency-act/) - On January 1st, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 was enacted into law. The bill includes the Corporate Transparency Act (the "CTA") which creates a beneficial ownership registry within the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network ("FinCEN"), requiring certain corporations and limited liability companies to report information on their - [Did you know these 5 things about FRAUDULENT UCC FILINGS?](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/did-you-know-these-5-things-about-fraudulent-ucc-filings/) - Did you know these FIVE THINGS ABOUT FRAUDULENT UCC FILINGS? There are an ever increasing number of UCC filings being submitted by “Sovereign Citizens”. According to the FBI, “Sovereign citizens are anti-government extremists who believe that even though they physically reside in this country, they are separate or “sovereign” from the United States.” Self-described sovereign - [5 Things You May Not Know About Delaware](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/5-things-you-did-not-know-about-delaware/) - In a recent conversation with my peers, we wandered onto the subject of "Did you know?" This turned into a vivid and entertaining conversation about our company, our industry, the jurisdictions we live and work in every day and the business we call home. So we thought we would do a fun series entitled, "5 - [News from the California Secretary of State](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/news-from-california-secretary-of-state/) - Gale Smith-Camp, our California Branch Manager attends the California Secretary of State Stakeholder’s meeting on a regular basis. The purpose of these meetings is to keep service companies like ours informed and up to date on changes and enhancements to processing California work. A brief outline of the high points is detailed below. Business Connect:The - [Secretary of State Office Closings for January through June 2019](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/secretary-of-state-office-closings-for-january-through-june-2019/) - As we say "good-bye" to 2018, we say "Hello" to a year of looking forward and all the possibilities that come with it. Check out the holiday closing calendar for secretary of state offices from January through June. - [Delaware LLC, LP, GP Tax – Due June 1st](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/delaware-llc-lp-gp-tax-due-june-1st-2/) - If you have not yet paid your tax for your Delaware Limited Liability Company, Limited Partnership or General Partnership, you are running out of time. All Delaware Limited Liability Companies, Limited Partnerships and General Partnerships must pay their Annual Tax to the Secretary of State on or before June 1st. The June 1st alternative entity - [Wyoming Increases UCC-1 effectiveness date from 5 years to 10 years](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/wyoming-increases-ucc-1-effectiveness-date-from-5-years-to-10-years/) - On February 14, 2013, the Governor of Wyoming signed House Bill 3 enacting a change to the effectiveness period of UCC financing statements. This extends the filing duration from 5 to 10 years. The change will come into effect on July 1, 2013 along with the 2010 Amendments to Revised Article 9 (RA9). The Bill - [Secretary of State office closings for the 4th quarter](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/secretary-of-state-office-closings-for-the-4th-quarter/) - As we say "good-bye" to the spring and summer seasons, we say "Hello" to autumn and winter. Check out the latest holiday closing calendar for secretary of state offices from October through December. - [Infringement of Intellectual Property](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/infringement-of-intellectual-property/) - Infringement of Intellectual Property International IPR infringement is a growing concern for United States companies especially in sectors such as pharmaceutical, agricultural, chemical & textile manufacturers as they spend billions in developing new products and in fighting piracy or counterfeit goods, resulting in huge revenue losses. Many countries understand the importance of intellectual property protection - [How to properly perform a lien search-Part II](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/how-to-properly-perform-a-lien-search-part-ii/) - In part one of our series, we discussed how you should conduct and what to look for when performing UCC searches. Another very important item on your checklist should answer the following question: Are there any judgments or more importantly any pending civil suits that the debtor is involved in? Any type of litigation is - [What is a Nevada Annual List?](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/what-is-a-nevada-annual-list/) - Maintaining active status of your company (Corporation, LLC, LP & LLLP) in Nevada requires the entity to file an Annual List and Business License Application. When is the Annual List due? The application is due annually on or before the last day of the month in which the anniversary date of incorporation/foreign registration occurs in - [How to properly request or perform a lien search-Part I](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/how-to-properly-request-or-perform-a-lien-search-part-i/) - When I was growing up, if I wanted to find the answer to something, I would ask my parents and they would tell me to look it up. I almost always got annoyed because I knew that it meant I had to either get one of those dusty Encyclopedia Britannica books that were in our - [Massachusetts Secretary of State issues warning to all Corporations regarding Compliance Requirements](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/massachusetts-secretary-of-state-issues-warning-to-all-corporations-regarding-compliance-requirements/) - Massachusetts Secretary of State warning to all Corporations regarding Compliance Requirements Over the last few months, Massachusetts corporations have been receiving solicitations from “Massachusetts Council for Corporations”, “Corporate Record Service”, “Compliance Filings Service” and “Compliance Services” offering to complete corporate minute meetings on behalf of their corporation for a fee. Note, corporations in Massachusetts or - [Name issues - A name is just a name, right?](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/a-name-is-just-a-name-right/) - “It ain't what they call you, it's what you answer to.” ― W.C. Fields Choosing a name for your company? It will be one of the biggest decisions you’ll make when incorporating, because so much rides on the name you choose. It needs to be unique, but not so unique it can’t be pronounced. It - [Registered Agent Renewal Period begins soon!](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/registered-agent-renewal-period-begins-soon/) - The beginning of June marks the winding down of Spring and the countdown to Summer! It is also means that United Corporate Services, Inc. will be sending annual renewal of representation invoices during the first week of June. Annual representation is from July 1st through June 30th of every year. “Our representation staff is working - [Annual Reports and Tax for Delaware Corporations due by March 1st](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/annual-reports-and-tax-for-delaware-corporations-due-by-march-1st/) - It’s time to file your Delaware Annual Report and United Corporate Services is here to help. All Delaware domestic corporations are required to file an Annual Report and pay their Franchise taxes regardless of revenue or whether you are or are not transacting business. If you want to maintain your good standing status in Delaware - [Why You Need a Registered Agent](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/why-you-need-a-registered-agent/) - A registered agent has many responsibilities that help to ensure the proper functioning of your entity. Click here to learn more. - [How does the government shutdown affect the way you conduct business?](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/how-does-the-government-shutdown-affect-the-way-you-conduct-business/) - As we all know by now, on December 22, 2018 the United States government was shut down for a lack of funding. During a shutdown, the essential parts of the government remain operational but the public loses access to a wide range of services considered non-essential. There are 806,300 non-essential government employees out of work - [California updates RLLP requirements and will begin procedures to administratively dissolve suspended domestic corporations and LLCs](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/california-updates-rllp-requirements-and-will-begin-procedures-to-administratively-dissolve-suspended-domestic-corporations-and-llcs/) - Effective January 1, 2019, the California Secretary of State implemented a couple of changes that will affect some existing entities in their state. Assembly Bill 920: This bill extends until January 1, 2026, persons licensed to engage in the practice of engineering, land surveying or architecture to form registered limited liability partnerships and foreign limited - [The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 Dramatically Changed How Businesses approach tax planning, including Business Entity](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/the-tax-cuts-and-jobs-act-of-2017-dramatically-changed-how-businesses-approach-tax-planning-including-business-entity/) - As we prepare to close down 2018, it’s equally as important to begin preparing for 2019. With changes made to the U.S. tax code over the past couple of years, business owners are forced to take a closer look at which entity type works best for their success. Your business structure affects: How much you - [Delaware Division of Corporations Holiday Party-12/14](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/delaware-division-of-corporations-holiday-party-12-14/) - On Friday, December 14, 2018, an Employee Recognition event is planned for all the employees of the Delaware Division of Corporations. The Division staff will not be available between the hours of 11am and 2pm. Please note the following changes that may affect your filings, retrievals or closing plans for that day: • 30 Minute, - [Transparency and Sustainability Standards Act](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/transparency-and-sustainability-standards-act/) - Today, October 1, 2018, The Statement of Adoption of Transparency and Sustainability Standards Act becomes effective in Delaware. The act establishes a voluntary system to foster dialogue around sustainability and responsibility among participating entities and their various stakeholders. “The intent of this chapter is to support Delaware business entities in their global sustainability efforts. This - [What is a Certificate of Division?](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/what-is-a-certificate-of-division/) - The State of Delaware recently passed legislation, effective August 1, 2018, that provides for the division of an LLC into two or more separate LLC’s. (Senate Bill 183, https://legis.delaware.gov/BillDetail/26554 ) The Certificate of Division that is filed will divide an existing LLC into two or more LLC’s and the existing LLC would either continue on - [Delaware Certificate of Validation](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/delaware-certificate-of-validation/) - Paula Lintner, our Delaware Branch Manager, in conjunction with our CEO Michael A Barr, briefly reviews the Delaware Certificate of Validation which became effective today, April 1, 2014. The statute may be viewed in its entirety at: http://delcode.delaware.gov/title8/c001/sc06/index.shtml Delaware statute now provides a means of ratifying a defective corporate act. Title 8 Section 204 of the - [Scam Alerts: Florida and Virginia](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/scam-alerts-florida-and-virginia/) - Scam Alert in Florida- June 13, 2013 The Florida Secretary of State posted this consumer alert on their website: CONSUMER ALERT: Once an entity is properly formed, incorporated, organized, or registered on the records of this office, it is not required to purchase or receive a certificate of status to be considered a valid business - [California Certificate of Filing of All Documents](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/california-certificate-of-filing-of-all-documents/) - Gale Smith-Camp, our CA Branch Office Manager discusses the new Certificate of Filing of All Documents. Effective May 19, 2014, the California Secretary of State will no longer issue a Certificate of Filing for a single event, previously known as a Certificate of Fact regarding Filing. You can either order a plain or certified copy - [Alabama Adopts New Amendments to UCC Revised Article 9](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/alabama-adopts-new-amendments-to-ucc-revised-article-9/) - Special thanks to Tara and Paula from our Dover, DE office for sharing the updated chart and map following Alabama Governor Robert J. Bentley’s signature on Senate Bill 28 addressing the Amendments to UCC Revised Article 9. The changes are effective on July 1, 2014. An updated map and excel chart detailing each states' adoption - [Scam alerts continue: Corporate Records Service](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/scam-alerts-continue-corporate-records-service/) - Over the past 12 months or so, we have received emails, phone calls and even text messages from frantic clients asking why they are being asked to pay $125.00 to complete and file a corporation’s “Annual Minutes Records Form.” Please be advised that this form and request for payment are a scam. Corporate Records Services also known as Mandatory - [Scam Alert From the Delaware Division of Corporations](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/scam-alert-from-the-delaware-division-of-corporations/) - August 5, 2013 ALERT FROM THE DELAWARE SECRETARY OF STATE The Delaware Division of Corporations recently learned of a deceptive solicitation that has been mailed to numerous Delaware legal entities from a company called Corporate Records Service. These solicitations include a form titled “2013 – Annual Corporate Records Form –Shareholders, Directors and Officers,” and urges corporations to - [New Delaware Corporate Information System](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/new-delaware-corporate-information-system/) - Paula Lintner, Branch Manager of our Delaware office, attended the annual Delaware Conference in October. One of the most important discussions was on the topic of the new Delaware information system. What is the new system and how will it affect my corporate and UCC projects? The State of Delaware has been developing their new - [Texas Change to Similar Name Filings](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/texas-change-to-similar-name-filings/) - Please see the below post from the Secretary of State of Texas shared by a correspondent as part of our agent network. The correspondents that work with United Corporate Services (UCS) provide not just personalized local service but a firsthand source of information and eyes and ears on the street. On June 19, 2015, Governor - [Scam Alert- Louisiana Secretary of State](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/scam-alert-louisiana-secretary-of-state/) - From the office of the Louisiana Secretary of State: SECRETARY SCHEDLER WARNS BUSINESSES ABOUT MISLEADING CALLS BATON ROUGE, Louisiana-Secretary of State Tom Schedler is alerting all business owners of reports of fraudulent phone calls being made concerning the filing of their annual reports, warning them to be cautious. A company named Louisiana Council for Corporations - [CA Affidavit of Identity Form Requirement (AB 1325)](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/ca-affidavit-of-identity-form-requirement-ab-1325/) - The following information was provided by Gale Smith-Camp, Branch Manager of our Sacramento office. Gale spends a great deal of time with our clients and the various state offices in the Pacific Northwest. This insures she has the most up to date information on the changes that affect all clients of United Corporate Services, Inc., - [Delaware Secretary of State Holiday Hours](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/delaware-secretary-of-state-holiday-hours/) - Paula Lintner, Manager of our Delaware Office would like you to be aware of the Delaware holiday hours: The state of Delaware will have limited service availability on the following dates. If you find you have filing needs during these times, please speak with your United Corporate Services’ Customer Service Representative. With advanced notice, we - [Puerto Rico: Reminder to file annual reports or pay annual fee for 2014](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/puerto-rico-reminder-to-file-annual-reports-or-pay-annual-fee-for-2014/) - Registry of Corporations and Entities-Reminder to file annual reports or pay annual fee for 2014 It is that time of year. Time to file Annual Reports and pay Annual fees/Franchise Taxes. Below is the correspondence we received from our agent in Puerto Rico. The informational email was created by Francisco J. Rodriguez Bernier, Esq., Assistant - [Why perform a UCC search to reflect?](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/why-perform-a-ucc-search-to-reflect/) - Best Practice: Search to Reflect Many of our clients ask us about searching to reflect after they file a financing statement. They are unsure of the purpose of this search. I filed it in the correct jurisdiction. I have an acknowledgment copy telling me it was filed. Isn't that enough to ensure perfection and priority? Perhaps - [Puerto Rico Annual Report and Annual Dues are due April 15th.](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/puerto-rico-annual-report-and-annual-dues-are-due-april-15th/) - All Corporations registered in Puerto Rico are required to file an Annual Report and Limited Liability Companies are required to pay Annual Dues with the Puerto Rico Registry of Corporations by April 15th. Learning from the experience with the past filing seasons, the Department of State has decided to offer Credit Card as the only - [Responsibility to Accurately Publish Limited Liability Companies and Partnerships in New York State](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/responsibility-to-accurately-publish-limited-liability-companies-and-partnerships-in-new-york-state/) - Recently, there has been a great deal of discussion and inquiry regarding the New York publication requirement. Specifically for a New York LLC. The question is: Do you publish in the county where the entity is located or in a county other than the county in which the entity is located? 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March 2018 Legislative Highlights Idaho HB 379 was signed by the governor March 1, - [Secretary of State office closings for 2nd quarter](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/secretary-of-state-office-closings-for-2nd-quarter/) - Below is a list of the upcoming Secretary of State Holiday closings for the 2nd quarter. Just because a state is closed for their respective holiday doesn’t necessarily mean you won’t be unable to get things accomplished that day. Contact Us to learn which of the listed states below still allow you perform certain tasks - [The cost of publication in Pennsylvania](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/the-cost-of-publication-in-pennsylvania/) - Congratulations to all you long-suffering Philadelphia Eagles fans on your Super Bowl victory! Who says dreams don’t come true?! Now could you please scale down from the light post? The game’s over. Home of delicious cheesesteaks and cheesecake, Pennsylvania is one of the original 13 colonies founded by William Penn. It is where many historic - [The cost of publication in Arizona](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/the-cost-of-publication-in-arizona/) - Five fun facts about The Grand Canyon state, Arizona: There are 22 national parks and monuments in Arizona, second only in count to California. There are more than 100 wineries and 22 varietals of wine produced in Arizona. The Arizona Trail is 800 miles long and is dedicated to hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding and - [IL State Tax Lien Registration Act](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/blog/il-state-tax-lien-registration-act/) - Effective January 1, 2018, the Illinois Department of Revenue enacted the State Tax Lien Registration Act (Act) which creates a uniformed state tax lien registry maintained by the Illinois Department of Revenue. 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Learn about his financial expertise from Covanta and major construction projects. - [2022 News](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/2022-news/) - December December 22, 2022 - Delaware Secretary of State announces that they will be closed Friday, December 23rd November November 28, 2022 – Delaware Secretary of State Employee Recognition Event -Friday, December 9th November 21, 2022 – Delaware Preclearance Services Return on 11/28 on a Limited Basis November 1, 2022 – Reminder: Many Secretary of - [2020 News](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/2020-news/) - December December 17, 2020 - The Delaware Secretary of State will be Closed Christmas EveDecember 11, 2020 - Maryland is encouraging companies to check their status December 4, 2020 - Secretary of State COVID-19 Updates (Updated 12/4/2020) December 4, 2020 - Which states allow for Temporary Remote Online Notarization? 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June 18, 2019 - - [United Corporate Services, Inc. attends the 2019 NALA conference in Scottsdale, Az.](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/united-corporate-services-inc-attends-the-2019-nala-conference-in-scottsdale-az/) - White Plains, NY, July 8, 2019 – From July 11th through July 13th, United Corporate Services (UCS) will serve as a first time vendor/sponsor for the NALA conference held this year in sunny, Scottsdale Arizona. The 2019 conference is expected to attract over 450 paralegals from chapters across the United States. 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A Sole Proprietorship offers the owner complete control of his/her business which includes responsibility of all finances of such business and this may include debts, loans, loss, etc. There are no requirements to maintain - [USA Patriot Act Searches](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/services/corporate-services/document-retrieval-and-search-services/usa-patriot-act-searches/) - The USA PATRIOT Act is an Act of Congress signed into law on October 26, 2001. With its ten-letter abbreviation (USA PATRIOT) expanded; the Act's full title is "Uniting and Strengthening America by Providing Appropriate Tools Required to intercept and Obstruct Terrorism Act of 2001". 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By not knowing what forms to complete or which department to contact, there is plenty of room for frustration and confusion. United Corporate Services, Inc. provides detailed instructions on how to navigate through the complexities of setting up a Professional company - [Avoiding Common Mistakes before submitting Corporate Filings](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/study-hall/avoiding-common-mistakes-before-submitting-corporate-filings/) - It takes just one error to complicate corporate filings. Rejections can cost you or your client time and sometimes money. This very popular course will cover how to avoid common mistakes for corporate formation and amendment filings. ## What’s New - [United Corporate Services, Inc.'s Dover, DE office is Relocating](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/united-corporate-services-inc-s-dover-de-office-is-relocating/) - Effective June 5, 2023, our Delaware registered agent and fulfillment office will be moving its location from 874 Walker Road, Suite C, Kent County, Dover 19904 to 800 North State Street, Suite 304, Kent County, Dover, DE 19901. UCS will update all active records of companies that we represent in the State of Delaware by - [Delaware Trade Name Filings New Online Filing Requirement](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/delaware-trade-name-filings-new-online-filing-requirement/) - Effective February 2, 2026, the Delaware trade name process and database will be moving to an online system managed statewide by the Division of Revenue. 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Senior Client Service Representative, Diane Damiano will walk you through the various scenarios and provide tips and - [UCS and some SOS offices will be closed Monday, June 19th in observance of Juneteenth](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/ucs-and-some-sos-offices-will-be-closed-monday-june-19th-in-observance-of-juneteenth/) - On Monday, June 19th, the following Secretary of State offices along with United Corporate Services will be closed in observance of Juneteenth: Colorado Connecticut Delaware Georgia Idaho Illinois Louisiana Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Missouri New York Ohio Pennsylvania South Dakota Virginia Washington West Virginia For information regarding Secretary of State closures throughout 2023, click here to - [Update: Good Friday Secretary of State Closures](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/6186/) - The Delaware Secretary of State will be closed on Friday, April 7th, 2023, in observance of Good Friday. Key Points to Know: For Corporate You will NOT be able to obtain the file date of April 7th, 2023, unless prior arrangements have been made. April 7th, 2023 can be used as a future effective date. - [Holiday Season is upon us: Delaware SOS releases the remainder of their 2023 holiday schedule](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/holiday-season-is-upon-us-delaware-sos-releases-the-remainder-of-their-2023-holiday-schedule/) - Below is the Delaware Secretary of State holiday schedule for the remainder of the year and the start of 2024. Click here to view all other Secretary of State holiday schedules. Friday, November 10, 2023 State Holiday – Veterans Day (observed) – The Division of Corporations (the "Division") will be closed.** Wednesday, November 22, 2023 - [Alert: Delaware Employee Recognition event scheduled for Friday, April 5th](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/alert-delaware-employee-recognition-event-scheduled-for-friday-april-5th/) - On Friday, April 5th, an off-site Employee Recognition event is scheduled for all employees of the Delaware Division of Corporations. Division personnel will be unavailable from 1 P.M. to 1:30 P.M. Consequently, the following adjustments in priority services for filing submissions will be implemented: 30-minute and one-hour priorities must be received by 6:00 P.M. All - [Legislative Updates for March from the Secretary of State](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/legislative-updates-for-march-from-the-secretary-of-state/) - Article 9 and Lien-Related Legislation Utah: The governor signed Senate Bill 43 on 3/13/2024 to amend the state’s version of UCC § 9-513. The amendment adds a new section that requires a filing office to notify the secured party of record if the debtor files a termination statement. The new law takes effect on 5/1/2024. Read More. - [The Corporate Transparency Act ruled Unconstitutional](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/the-corporate-transparency-act-ruled-unconstitutional/) - What does this mean for the future of Beneficial Ownership Information Reports? On March 1, 2024, a U.S. District Judge in Alabama issued a judgment declaring that the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) is unconstitutional because it exceeds the Constitution’s limits on Congress’ power. Further, FinCEN is permanently enjoined from enforcing the CTA against the plaintiffs (National Small - [CTA Update: The Justice Department has filed a Notice of Appeal regarding the ruling made on March 1, 2024.](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/cta-update-the-justice-department-has-filed-a-notice-of-appeal-regarding-the-ruling-made-on-march-1-2024/) - On March 11th, the Justice Department filed a Notice of Appeal in response to the declaratory judgment issued by the federal district court in the Northern District of Alabama, Northeastern Division on March 1st. The judgment concluded that the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) exceeds the Constitution’s limits on Congress’s power. However, FinCEN will continue to - [Alert: UCS Registered Agent Address is Updated in Maine](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/alert-ucs-registered-agent-address-is-updated-in-maine/) - Effective March 11, 2024, United Corporate Services, Inc. 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Below is information about the - [California amends provisions in the LLC Statement of Information/LLC Terminations/Conversions](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/california-amends-provisions-in-the-llc-statement-of-information-llc-terminations-conversions/) - Effective January 1, 2023, California legislation amended the following provisions: 1) termination of an LLC (Domestic or Foreign), 2) Conversion authorization, 3) the introduction of Certificates of Validation, and 4) information required on the LLC Statements of Information to set forth whether any member or manager has an outstanding final judgment issued by the Division - [Registered Agent Address Update: UCS updates Indiana registered agent address](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/registered-agent-address-update-ucs-updates-indiana-registered-agent-address/) - Starting from March 1, 2024, United Corporate Services, Inc. (UCS) will have a new registered agent office address in Indiana. The address will change from 9221 Crawfordsville Rd., Indianapolis, IN, 46234 to 150 W. Market Street, Suite 400 Indianapolis, IN, 46204. To ensure accuracy, UCS will update all active records of companies we represent in - [Recent legislative changes at the Secretary of State](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/recent-legislative-changes-at-the-secretary-of-state/) - Article 9 and Lien-Related Legislation Utah: Senate Bill 43, which would amend the state’s version of UCC § 9-513, passed the Senate on 1/31/2024. The amendment would add a new section that requires a filing office to send a notice to the secured party of record if the debtor files a termination statement. Read more here. Virginia: House - [Maryland State Department of Assessments and Taxation Annual Business Filings Now Available](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/maryland-state-department-of-assessments-and-taxation-annual-business-filings-now-available-2/) - BALTIMORE - The Maryland State Department of Assessments and Taxation today announced the availability of 2024 annual report and personal property tax return filings and extension requests for businesses registered in Maryland. All domestic and foreign business entities must file an annual report or request an extension by April 15 to maintain their "good standing" - [Download a copy of the California SOS Quick Reference Guide for Future File Dates (FFD) and Future Effective Dates (FED) for Business Entity filings](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/download-a-copy-of-the-california-sos-quick-reference-guide-for-future-file-dates-ffd-and-future-effective-dates-fed-for-business-entity-filings/) - The Quick Reference Guide for Future File Dates (FFD) and Future Effective Dates (FED) for Business Entity filings has been recently updated by the California Secretary of State. Although the process for requesting a FFD or FED remains unchanged, the guide has been revised to present the information in a format that is easier for - [Alert: Delaware SOS CLOSED DUE TO SEVERE WEATHER EVENT](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/alert-delaware-sos-closed-due-to-severe-weather-event/) - Due to severe weather conditions, the Delaware Division of Corporations of the Secretary of State will be closed today, Friday, January 19, 2024. Although the Delaware Secretary of State office will be closed, UCS will still be able to perform the following services: Obtain Good Standing Certificates/Certified Copies/Status checks File annual reports and pay franchise taxes - [Canada joins the Hague Convention](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/canada-joins-the-hague-convention/) - Canada officially joined the Hague Convention on January 11, 2024. How does this affect the legalization of documents for use in Canada? Documents that are being legalized for use in Canada will now be processed under the same format that each country under the Hague Convention uses for apostilles. Consequently, in the United States, this - [The NY LLC Transparency Act and various other state legislations are currently awaiting passage in 2024.](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/the-ny-llc-transparency-act-and-various-other-state-legislations-are-currently-awaiting-passage-in-2024/) - Article 9 and Lien-Related Legislation Utah: Senate Bill 43 was pre-filed on 12/28/2023 to amend the state’s version of UCC § 9-513. The amendment will add a new section that requires a filing office to send a notice to the secured party of record if the debtor files a termination statement. Business Organization Legislation Florida: - [New York signs the LLC Transparency Act](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/new-york-signs-the-llc-transparency-act/) - From the desk of the New York Department of State: December 23, 2023 - Governor Hochul today signed the LLC Transparency Act, which will create a database of the beneficial owners of Limited Liability Corporations that is accessible to government agencies and law enforcement. The Governor secured a compromise agreement with the Legislature that will - [FinCEN extends the deadline for Companies created or registered in 2024 to File BOI Reports](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/fincen-extends-the-deadline-for-companies-created-or-registered-in-2024-to-file-boi-reports/) - The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has announced that they are extending the deadline for certain reporting companies to file their initial beneficial ownership information (BOI) reports. Specifically, reporting companies created or registered in 2024 will have 90 calendar days from the date of receiving actual or public notice of their creation or registration becoming - [Registered Agent Address Update: UCS New Jersey updates their office address](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/registered-agent-address-update-ucs-new-jersey-updates-their-office-address/) - Effective immediately, the registered agent office address for United Corporate Services, Inc. ("UCS") in New Jersey has updated its suite number. The address changes from 80 Main Street, Suite 415 West Orange, NJ 07053 to 80 Main Street, Suite 505, West Orange, NJ 07053. UCS has updated all active records of companies that we represent - [United Corporate Services, Inc. acquires CLAS Information Services](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/united-corporate-services-inc-acquires-clas-information-services/) - NEW YORK October 3, 2023 – New York-based United Corporate Services, Inc. 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UCS will update all active records of companies that we represent in the State of Maine by filing what - [Delaware Secretary of State will close early on Friday, September 22, 2023](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/delaware-secretary-of-state-will-close-early-on-friday-september-22-2023/) - On Friday, September 22nd, an off-site Employee Recognition event is planned for all employees of the Delaware Division of Corporations. Division personnel will not be available after 11:30 A.M. on this date. As a result, the following changes to priority services for filing submissions will be in effect: • 30-minute and one-hour priorities must be - [UCS’ Wisconsin Registered Agent Address will relocate effective 8/14/2023](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/ucs-wisconsin-registered-agent-address-will-relocate-effective-8-14-2023/) - Effective Monday, August 14, 2023, please update your internal records to note that your Wisconsin United Corporate Services, Inc. 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For the Delaware Secretary of State in particular, please note that filings will not be accepted on either Tuesday, November 8th or Friday, November 11th. You must make advanced arrangements - [Good Friday Secretary of State Closings](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/good-friday-secretary-of-state-closings/) - The Delaware Secretary of State will be closed this Friday, April 15th in observance of Good Friday. Key points to know: Corporate • You will not be able to obtain the file date of April 15, 2022 unless prior arrangements have been made. • April 15, 2022 can be used as a future effective date. - [Delaware Secretary of State Employee Recognition Event -Friday, December 9th](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/delaware-secretary-of-state-employee-recognition-event-friday-december-9th/) - Please mark your calendars to note that utilizing Delaware expedited priority services will be affected on Friday, December 9th as the Delaware Secretary of State will be hosting a Division Employee Recognition Event. Personnel in the Division will not be available between the hours of 11:00 A.M. and 2:00 P.M. and the office will close at - [UCS' Oregon Registered Agent Address will relocate effective 7/3/2023](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/ucs-oregon-registered-agent-address-will-relocate-effective-7-1-2023/) - Effective Monday, July 3, 2023, please update your internal records to note that your Oregon United Corporate Services, Inc. ("UCS") registered agent office will be moving its location from 8130 SW Beaverton-Hillsdale Highway, Portland, Oregon 97225, to 7185 SW Sandburg Street, Suite 110, Portland, Oregon 97223. UCS will update all active records of companies that - [Alabama enacts 2022 UCC Amendments and adds Article 12](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/alabama-enacts-2022-amendments-and-adds-article-12/) - The 2022 Amendments to the Uniform Commercial Code have been enacted in Alabama. 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The New Law applies to all LLPs as of the effective date and the Old Law was repealed as of that date. Preexisting LLPs formed under the Old Law had the opportunity to elect to be governed - [Pennsylvania requires all entity types to file Annual Reports effective January 3, 2024](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/pennsylvania-requires-all-entity-types-to-file-annual-reports-effective-january-3-2024/) - Pennsylvania has updated their annual reporting requirement from every ten years to annually. The requirement for Decennial Reports has been repealed Effective January 3, 2024 all entities will be required to file an Annual Report. Companies will have one year to prepare for the new requirements. First Reports will not be due until at least - [Delaware Secretary of State announces that they will be closed Friday, December 23rd](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/delaware-secretary-of-state-announces-that-they-will-be-closed-friday-december-23rd/) - Delaware Governor John Carney has just announced that all state agencies will now be closed on Friday, December 23rd. 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Note, during this time the state will only accept requests for preclearance of the - [Rhode Island's Remote Online Notarization Laws Update](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/6009/) - From the desk of the Rhode Island Secretary of State: The Secretary of State announced the passage of legislation that updates their notary laws. Effective June 30th, the option to perform notarial acts remotely will be permanent and the maximum fee notaries are permitted to charge for their services was raised to $25 per notarial - [Rhode Island introduces relevant updates to their Uniform Limited Partnership Acts](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/rhode-island-introduces-relevant-updates-to-their-partnership-and-notarial-acts/) - Rhode Island has enacted the Revised Uniform Limited Partnership and the Uniform Partnership Acts which will take effect January 1, 2023. These laws will benefit/impact partnerships in the following ways: What the new law does: Revised Uniform Limited Partnership Act - H7603 / S2812 Limited Partnerships being formed in Rhode Island will have a self-contained - [Delaware SOS suspends Preclearance Services until January 31, 2023](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/delaware-sos-suspends-preclearance-services-until-january-31-2023/) - October 3, 2022 - The Delaware Secretary of State announced today that due to the continued high volume of work received in combination with staffing shortages, the State of Delaware will be suspending the acceptance of all preclearance requests effective Monday, October 10, 2022 through Tuesday, January 31, 2023. According to the office of the - [2022 Amendments to the Uniform Commercial Code address Emerging Technologies](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/2022-amendments-to-the-uniform-commercial-code-address-emerging-technologies/) - From the desk of the Uniform Law Commission: The 2022 amendments to the Uniform Commercial Code address emerging technologies, providing updated rules for commercial transactions involving virtual currencies, distributed ledger technologies (including blockchain), artificial intelligence, and other technological developments. The amendments span almost every article of the UCC and add a new Article 12 addressing - [Delaware Employee Recognition Event Scheduled for Friday, September 16th](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/delaware-employee-recognition-event-scheduled-for-friday-september-16th/) - On Friday, September 16th, an off-site Employee Recognition event is planned for all employees of the Delaware Division of Corporations. Division personnel will not be available after 11:30 A.M. and there will be no evening shift. As a result, the following changes will be in effect: All 30-minute and one-hour priorities must be received by - [Delaware Division of Corporations Closes Early Thursday, August 18th](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/delaware-division-of-corporations-closes-early-thursday-august-18th/) - On Thursday, August 18th, an off-site Employee Recognition event is planned for all employees of the Delaware Division of Corporations. Division personnel will be not available after 10:30 A.M. and there will be no evening shift. As a result, the following changes will be in effect: All 30-minute, one-hour and two-hour priorities must be received - [Maryland SDAT Raises Business Personal Property Exemption From $2,500 TO $20,000](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/5955/) - BALTIMORE, MD – The Maryland State Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT) today announced that HB268, which raises the exemption from personal property assessment for all Maryland businesses from $2,500 to $20,000, has taken effect. This legislation will save 14,217 businesses from paying taxes on $44.2 million in assessment, and is an extension of HB90, - [Minnesota law addresses harassment through lien claims](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/minnesota-law-addresses-harassment-through-lien-claims/) - A new law will offer Minnesotans protection from bad actors who maliciously use state resources. Effective Aug. 1, 2022, the secretary of state’s office will have the authority to reject – at the time or after the fact – clearly fraudulent Uniform Commercial Code lien filings meant to harass or intimidate. The office regularly handles - [Delaware Employee Event Scheduled for Friday, June 10th](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/delaware-employee-event-scheduled-for-friday-june-10th/) - On Friday, June 10th, an off-site Employee Recognition event is planned for all employees of the Delaware Division of Corporations. Division personnel will be not available between the hours of 11:00 A.M. and 1:00 P.M. and there will be no evening shift after 7:00PM. 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As a result, the following changes will be in effect: There will be no Same - [MD SDAT’s 2022 Annual Business Filings Due Next Week](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/md-sdats-2022-annual-business-filings-due-next-week/) - Annual Reports, Personal Property Tax Returns, Extension Requests Must Be Filed By April 15; No Further Deadline Extensions Permitted BALTIMORE – The Maryland Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT) reminds customers that 2022 Annual Reports, Personal Property Tax Returns, and deadline extension requests must be filed for both domestic and foreign business entities by next - [Expedited/Preclearance services options returning to the California SOS](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/expedited-preclearance-services-options-returning-to-the-california-sos/) - On Tuesday, March 29th, the California Secretary of State will go live with a new business entity system. 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Please expect delays with the filing requests received over the past four days that are going to be submitted today. The priority options for filing submissions are 24 hours and 2 hours. Keep in mind, - [Power Outage: The New York Department of State has been closed since March 7th](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/power-outage-the-new-york-department-of-state-has-been-closed-since-march-7th/) - Due to a power outage, the office of the New York Department of Corporations has been closed since Monday, March 7th. While the office is closed you will be unable to receive the following services: Submit in person corporate filings (For e.g., Incorporations, Qualifications, Mergers) Submit in person UCC filings Conduct certified UCC Searches Submit - [UPDATE: Delaware extends the suspension of Preclearing documents to Friday, March 4th](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/update-delaware-extends-the-suspension-of-preclearing-documents-to-friday-march-4th/) - The Delaware Secretary of State, Division of Corporations announced this morning that they will extend their suspension of "preclearing" documents through at least March 4th. Note, delivery of evidence for 24-hour priority submissions has returned to its normal turnaround time. Always keep in mind that depending on volume, there might be delays. As a reminder, - [Ohio Revised Limited Liability Act: Effective February 11, 2022](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/ohio-revised-limited-liability-act-revised-effective-february-11-2022/) - From the Desk of the Ohio Secretary of State: The Ohio Revised Limited Liability Company Act (LLC Act) will be applicable to all Ohio limited liability companies on February 11, 2022. The LLC Act replaces the existing Chapter 1705 of the Ohio Revised Code with Chapter 1706 of the Ohio Revised Code. Due to the changes - [Delaware extends suspension of Preclearing documents to February 18th](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/delaware-extends-suspension-of-preclearing-documents-to-february-18th/) - Due to the continued high volume of filing submissions, the Delaware Secretary of State, Division of Corporations has extended their suspension of "preclearing" documents through at least February 18th. The state is hopeful that the updated suspension will allow them to get caught up with the processing of their expedited requests. Note, delivery of evidence of 24-hour - [Maryland Annual Business Filings and Extension Requests Due by April 15](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/maryland-annual-business-filings-and-extension-requests-due-by-april-15/) - From the Desk of the Maryland Secretary of State: BALTIMORE - The Maryland Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT) today announced the availability of 2022 annual reports, personal property tax returns, and extension requests for businesses registered in Maryland. 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Annual Report Alignment - H5984A/S789A What the new law does: Secretary Gorbea heard from - [Executive Order: Electronic Notarization - EXPIRES JUNE 24, 2021](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/executive-order-electronic-notarization-expires-june-24-2021/) - As of June 24, 2021, New York emergency executive order No. 202.7 has expired. Please see the note below issued by the New York Department of State: ALERT: As part of Executive Order 202.7, electronic notarization is permitted under the following circumstances: Any notarial act that is required under New York State law is authorized - [Delaware Division of Corporations Service Alert: Employee Recognition event 9/24](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/delaware-division-of-corporations-service-alert-employee-recognition-event-9-24/) - On Friday, September 24, 2021 an off-site Employee Recognition event is planned for all the employees of the Delaware Division of Corporations. The Division staff will be departing at 11:30 A.M. and there will not be an evening shift. The following changes will be in effect: There will be no Same Day service All 30 - [Alert: North Carolina Secretary of State Computer Error](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/alert-north-carolina-secretary-of-state-computer-error/) - A computer error occurred on September 1, 2021 that caused some limited liability companies (LLCs) to have their status changed from Current/Active to Active - Not Current. This issue has been resolved and all statuses have been change to reflect the correct status of the company. - [Delaware, New Jersey & Virginia SOS announce that their office is closed Friday, June 18th in observance of Juneteenth](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/delaware-sos-announces-that-the-office-is-closed-friday-june-18th-in-observance-of-juneteenth/) - Governor John Carney of Delaware, recently announced that Friday, June 18, 2021, will be an additional holiday for state government in honor of Juneteenth and that government offices will be closed that day.Key points to know:Corporate You will not be able to obtain the file date of June 18, 2021 unless prior arrangements have been made. June - [Annual Renewal Time for Registered Agent Services is here!](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/annual-renewal-time-for-registered-agent-services-is-here/) - On June 1st, UCS registered agent clients will begin to receive their annual renewal invoice covering July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022. All businesses must have a contact in the state where they are registered. If your business is registered in a state where you do not have a physical location, you must appoint - [Delaware Franchise Tax Payments Due June 1st (LLC/LP/GP)](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/delaware-franchise-tax-payments-due-june-1st-llc-lp-gp/) - All Domestic and Foreign Limited Liability Companies, Limited Partnerships, and General Partnerships formed or registered in Delaware are required to pay an annual tax of $300.00. There is no requirement to file an Annual Report. The annual taxes for the prior year are due on or before June 1st. Failure to pay the required annual - [First Quarter Delaware Estimated Tax notifications have been mailed out.](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/first-quarter-delaware-estimated-tax-notifications-have-been-mailed-out/) - First quarter Delaware estimated tax notifications are due June 1st. If you haven’t received your notification please contact the representation department at (800) 899-8648 Ext.162 To process your payment click here or to obtain additional information visit our FAQ page. To speak with a representative please call our Dover office at (877) 734-8300. - [Review the latest Corporate state legislative updates](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/review-latest-corporate-state-legislative-updates/) - Alabama: SB 96, which would clarify when provisions of the Alabama Business and Nonprofit Code supersede the general provisions of Chapter 1 of the code, passed the House as amended on 4/15/2021 and was returned to the Senate for concurrence. Connecticut: House Bill 6605 was introduced on 3/5/2021 to make numerous changes to the business - [Maine and Massachusetts SOS closed today for Patriot's Day](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/maine-and-massachusetts-sos-closed-today-for-patriots-day/) - In honor of Patriot's Day the Maine and Massachusetts Secretary of State offices will be closed today. - [States that require Annual Reports to be filed by April 15th](https://www.unitedcorporate.com/whats-new/states-that-require-annual-reports-to-be-filed-by-april-15th/) - Maryland The deadline to file your annual report is April 15 of each year. Note that it does not need to arrive by April 15 – it only needs to be post marked by that date. 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