[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"page-\u002Fcategories\u002Fbusiness-services\u002Farticles-of-organization":3},{"type":4,"data":5},"product",{"product_name":6,"slug":7,"category_slug":8,"order_type":9,"product_version_slug":10,"preview":11,"is_previewable":12,"related_products":13,"related_articles":39,"breadcrumbs":72,"productName":6,"productDescription":-1,"productVersionSlug":10,"localeId":-1,"landerSlug":7,"categorySlug":8,"_cmsSource":78,"hero":79,"quickLinks":105,"page_body":106,"meta_information":258,"sidebar_ad":263,"disclaimer":82,"stateSlug":81},"Articles of Organization","articles-of-organization","business-formation","Document","aoo-1749","       <lndoc id="Articles of Organization">        <center><p class='title center'><strong>ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION<br>OF<br>_____________________ <br><br>A _____________________ LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY<\u002Fstrong><\u002Fp><\u002Fcenter><br \u002F><br \u002F>      <br>  <p class="align-center"><b>ARTICLE 1<br>      Name<\u002Fb><\u002Fp>  <p>The exact name of the company is <b><span style='background: #BBBBBB;'>_____________<\u002Fspan><\u002Fb>.<\u002Fp>  <br>         <p class="align-center"><b>ARTICLE 2<br>        Company Address<\u002Fb>                <\u002Fp>          <p>The street and mailing address of the company's principal registered office is <span style='background: #BBBBBB;'>_____________<\u002Fspan>, <span style='background: #BBBBBB;'>_____________<\u002Fspan>,  <span style='background: #BBBBBB;'>_____________<\u002Fspan> <span style='background: #BBBBBB;'>_____________<\u002Fspan>.<\u002Fp>                     <br>  <p class="align-center"><b>ARTICLE 3<br>        Company Telephone Number<\u002Fb><\u002Fp>    <p>The company's telephone number is <span style='background: #BBBBBB;'>_____________<\u002Fspan>.<\u002Fp>        <br>    <p class="align-center"><b>ARTICLE 4<br>        Purpose<\u002Fb><\u002Fp>    <p>This company is organized for the purposes of transacting any and all lawful business for which companies may be formed under state law.<\u002Fp>    <p>The company's principal business activity is in the field of <span style='background: #BBBBBB;'>_____________<\u002Fspan>. <span style='background: #BBBBBB;'>_____________<\u002Fspan><\u002Fp>               <\u002Fp>    <br>  <p class="align-center"><b>ARTICLE 5<br>      Registered Agent<\u002Fb><\u002Fp>    <p>The registered agent is .<\u002Fp> <p>  <\u002Fp>      <br>  <p class="align-center"><b>ARTICLE 6<br>      Duration<\u002Fb><\u002Fp>  <p>The company will exist for a perpetual duration.<\u002Fp>  <br>  <p class="align-center"><b>ARTICLE 7<br>       Management                <\u002Fb><\u002Fp>          \t\t        <p>                  <p>            <\u002Fp>                        <br> <\u002Flndoc> <div class='-page-break'><\u002Fdiv>   <lndoc id="Instructions">     <center><p class='title center'><strong>Instructions for Your Articles of Organization<\u002Fstrong><\u002Fp><\u002Fcenter><br \u002F><br \u002F>        <p class='top-spacing-1'>The     articles of organization set forth certain basic information about your new limited liability company as required by your state. The following are some helpful guidelines to follow as you complete this important document bringing your business into existence.<\u002Fp><p><b>Company Name<\u002Fb><\u002Fp><p>Enter the exact proposed company name. Include the exact spelling, punctuation, and appropriate entity identifier such as "Limited Liability Company" or "LLC."<\u002Fp>   <p>In most states, it is possible to conduct an online search in order to determine if your desired company name is available. It is best practice to conduct a search for your new LLC's proposed business name to ensure that your company's name is unique and will not be confused with other similarly-named businesses.<\u002Fp>      <p><b>Company Address<\u002Fb><\u002Fp>    <p>For the company address, enter the address of the company's office. This is generally within the state of organization or formation. Do not use a post office box (P.O. Box) address.<\u002Fp>    <p><b>Company's Mailing Address<\u002Fb><\u002Fp>    <p>If the company's initial and physical address is not where the company wants to receive regular mail, select "<b>Yes<\u002Fb>" to add a different mailing address. Enter the desired mailing address for the company where prompted. This may be a P.O. Box address.<\u002Fp>    <p><b>Purpose<\u002Fb><\u002Fp>  <p>The purpose describes the company's general mission and business activity at the time of initial filing. It is possible to change the company's purpose and activities at a later date; however, an initial description must be provided.<\u002Fp>  <p>The purpose description may be broad and general. Select "<b>No,<\u002Fb>" when prompted, to indicate that the purpose is to establish a company whose purpose is to conduct any lawful activities. This is the default description for most companies.<\u002Fp>  <p>If the company wants to specify its purpose, select "<b>Yes<\u002Fb>" when prompted to indicate a specific purpose. For example, a company that creates and hosts websites may have a specific purpose such as "To register domains and create, design, host, and maintain commercial websites for customers." The document will still retain the general language that the company may engage in any lawful activities. This ensures that the company does not unnecessarily limit its activities and options in the future.<\u002Fp>  <p><b>Principal Activity<\u002Fb><\u002Fp>  <p>Select the category of business activity that best describes the company's primary activity at the initial filing. The categories and additional specifics are created by the IRS to classify business activities.<\u002Fp>                 <p><b>Registered Agent: Name, Address, and Consent<\u002Fb><\u002Fp>  <p>A registered agent is also known as a "statutory agent." This may be an individual or a business entity residing within the company's registered state. The registered agent is statutorily responsible for ensuring reliable communication between the state and the company by receiving and forwarding service of process, such as lawsuits, legal documents, notices, or demands, on to the company. It is important to note that a company may appoint a member, manager, or officer of the company as its registered agent, but the company itself may not act as its own registered agent.<\u002Fp>  <p>It is mandatory that every company provide the registered agent's full name. If the registered agent is a business entity, you should include the entity designation of the business such as "Inc." or "Co."<\u002Fp>  <p>It is also mandatory that every company provide the address where the registered agent is required to receive the company's legal correspondence. Check with your state regarding any specific requirements for listing the registered agent's address. LegalNature provides the registered agent with the option to use the company's physical address, the company's mailing address, or any other address where the registered agent is willing and able to receive mail for the company.<\u002Fp>      <p>To ensure that the registered agent understands his or her responsibilities and confirms this understanding to the state, the company may include a Consent of Registered Agent form for the registered agent to execute. The form states that the registered agent agrees to become a registered agent for the company, to receive service of process and forward such correspondence to the company, and to update the state should the registered agent resign or be replaced. Select "<b>Yes<\u002Fb>" to the question "Include Statement of Registered Agent's Consent" to include this form for your registered agent to sign.<\u002Fp>      <p><b>Email Address (Optional)<\u002Fb><\u002Fp>  <p>As states move forward to update their procedures and systems to accommodate new forms of communication such as electronic mail, it may be useful to include your company's email address as an optional communication channel. As states maintain their documents and contact addresses differently, some of which may be or become public information, the company may consider using a business email address instead of the personal email address of an individual affiliated with the company for privacy purposes.<\u002Fp>  <p><b>Management Information<\u002Fb><\u002Fp>  <p>In a <b>member-managed<\u002Fb> company, the day-to-day management and responsibilities of a limited liability company reside with its members. The members are active investors and owners in the LLC. They are directly involved in running the company's daily operations.<\u002Fp>  <p>Alternatively, in a <b>manager-managed<\u002Fb> limited liability company, the day-to-day management and responsibilities reside with the appointed managers. The members are more passive investors and owners in the LLC. They are not directly involved in the running of the company's daily operations and do not take on any managerial responsibilities.<\u002Fp>  <p>Select the type of management structure you want for your company. Keep in mind that there are many ways to structure managerial responsibilities as long as the company always has one or more members and a manager if the company is manager-managed. The designated manager may be a member of the company.<\u002Fp>  <p><b>Initial Member Information<\u002Fb><\u002Fp>  <p>Enter the name and complete address of each initial member of the company. Members may want to consider using a business address rather than a residential or private address for privacy purposes as these addresses may become public information. Do not provide social security numbers, dates of birth, or other private identification information.<\u002Fp>  <p>For each member, select the appropriate statement on whether they will be personally liable for the company's debts, liabilities, and obligations. Generally, as indicated by the "limited liability" entity name, members of a limited liability company are not personally responsible for the business's debt. However, some companies may wish to adjust that rule for many reasons, including ease in financing or upon request by their bank. Select "<b>No<\u002Fb>" to prevent third parties from holding the member personally responsible for the company's debts. Select "<b>Yes, some debts<\u002Fb>" to allow third parties to hold the member personally responsible for only the debts specified in the following question field. Select "<b>Yes, all debts<\u002Fb>" to allow third parties to hold the member personally responsible for any and all of the company's debts. <\u002Fp>  <p><b>Initial Manager Information<\u002Fb><\u002Fp>  <p>In this section, you will give the name and address of each initial manager, if any. Managers may want to consider using a business address rather than a residential or private address for privacy purposes as these addresses may become public information. Do not provide social security numbers, dates of birth, or other private identification information. Remember, a manager may also be a member of the company. Do not forget to list managers who are also members.<\u002Fp>   <p><b>Organizer<\u002Fb><\u002Fp>  <p>An organizer is a person—or business entity if permitted in your state—that prepares, files, and verifies the truth and accuracy of the articles of organization, and signs the articles of organization. In essence, the organizer sets up the company by creating its organization or formation documents with the state.<\u002Fp>  <p>List each and every organizer's full name and address. As the organizer's address may become public information, the organizers may consider using a business address rather than a residential or private address to protect their privacy. Every organizer listed must sign the articles of organization.<\u002Fp>    <p><b>Next Steps<\u002Fb><\u002Fp>  <ol>    <li>File the Articles of Organization<\u002Fli>    <ol>      <li>Execute the articles of organization and Consent of Registered Agent, if applicable.<\u002Fli>      <li>Prepare payment of the necessary state filing fee.<\u002Fli>      <li>File the articles of organization pursuant to instructions from the state. Depending on the state, you may be able to file by mail, fax, in person, or online.<\u002Fli>    <\u002Fol>    <li>Create a Limited Liability Operating Agreement<\u002Fli>    <ol>      <li><a href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.legalnature.com\u002Fcategories\u002Fbusiness-formation\u002Fllc-operating-agreement" target="_blank">Operating agreements<\u002Fa> are a set of rules and procedures used to determine how a company will be run by the interested parties, including, but not limited to, the members, managers, and officers. They are internal documents that facilitate the smooth operation of your new limited liability company. Operating agreements do not need to be filed with the state, but they are fundamental to a company and should be one of the first documents created. LegalNature's library of documents include an operating agreement that can be easily created and immediately adopted for your company's use.<\u002Fli>    <\u002Fol>    <li>Hold the First Member or Manager Meeting<\u002Fli>    <ol>      <li>The first member or manager meeting is where fundamental decisions about the company are made. For example, this is where the operating agreement may be adopted; officers may be appointed; organizers may resign; tax selection of the company may be approved; directions may be given to managers or officers; and authority to open bank accounts, enter into contracts, or incur other expenses may be approved.<\u002Fli>      <li>Prior to the meeting, a <a href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.legalnature.com\u002Fcategories\u002Fbusiness-formation\u002Fnotice-of-meeting" target="_blank">notice of meeting<\u002Fa> should be sent to the relevant parties.<\u002Fli>      <li>If no notice for the meeting was given, a <a href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.legalnature.com\u002Fcategories\u002Fbusiness-formation\u002Fwaiver-of-notice" target="_blank">waiver of notice<\u002Fa> should be executed at the meeting. This form may be found at LegalNature.com.<\u002Fli>      <li>The meeting details should be documented by a party designated as the meeting secretary in the <a href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.legalnature.com\u002Fcategories\u002Fbusiness-formation\u002Fmeeting_minutes" target="_blank">meeting minutes<\u002Fa>.<\u002Fli>      <li>Any company resolutions passed at the first meeting should be recorded in a <a href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.legalnature.com\u002Fcategories\u002Fbusiness-formation\u002Fcorporate-resolution" target="_blank">corporate resolution<\u002Fa> document.<\u002Fli>    <\u002Fol>    <li>Set Up a Company Records Book to Store and Maintain Company Documents<\u002Fli>    <ol>      <li>Company documents that belong in the company records book include, but are not limited to, the documents below, all of which may be provided to you by LegalNature.<\u002Fli>      <ol>        <li>This articles of organization document<\u002Fli>        <li>Operating agreement<\u002Fli>        <li>Meeting minutes<\u002Fli>        <li>Corporate resolutions<\u002Fli>        <li>Notice of meeting<\u002Fli>        <li>Waiver of meeting<\u002Fli>      <\u002Fol>    <\u002Fol>    <li>Comply with Local, State, and Federal Regulations<\u002Fli>    <ol>      <li>Your company's business and purpose may require business licenses from your city, county, or state. For example, hair salons generally require city or state permits. Consult your local government's business bureau to confirm whether you need a license or permit for your business and how to obtain them if necessary.<\u002Fli>      <li>Satisfy state reporting and tax requirements.<\u002Fli>      <ol>        <li>Companies are subject to state tax. For some states, the tax rate is based upon the entity designation. For others, the tax rate may be based on their gross receipts. Consult your state agency to satisfy your state's tax requirements accurately and in a timely manner.<\u002Fli>        <li>Certain states also require reporting on a regular basis, such as annual or biennial reports. This requires a company to update the state on any changes in the company, and sometimes requires the company to disclose certain information regarding the company's operations in the past year. 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You should use articles of organization to do the following:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Col>\n\u003Cli index=\"1\">\u003Cspan style=\"color: #009eff;\">\u003Cstrong>Forming a new LLC\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fspan>: This document officially creates your company as a distinct legal entity, separate from its owners.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli index=\"2\">\u003Cspan style=\"color: #009eff;\">\u003Cstrong>Registering with the state\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fspan>: Articles of organization are required to register your LLC with the state government.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli index=\"3\">\u003Cspan style=\"color: #009eff;\">\u003Cstrong>Defining company structure\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fspan>: They outline the basic structure and purpose of your LLC.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli index=\"4\">\u003Cspan style=\"color: #009eff;\">\u003Cstrong>Protecting personal assets\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fspan>: By establishing an LLC, you can shield personal assets from business liabilities.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli index=\"5\">\u003Cspan style=\"color: #009eff;\">\u003Cstrong>Seeking tax advantages\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fspan>: LLCs offer potential tax benefits, which begin with proper formation.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli index=\"6\">\u003Cspan style=\"color: #009eff;\">\u003Cstrong>Complying with state laws\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fspan>: Each state has specific requirements for LLC formation, which articles of organization help fulfill.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli index=\"7\">\u003Cspan style=\"color: #009eff;\">\u003Cstrong>Creating a foundation for business operations\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fspan>: This document serves as the legal and structural backbone of your company.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli index=\"8\">\u003Cspan style=\"color: #009eff;\">\u003Cstrong>Preparing for future growth\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fspan>: Well-crafted articles can provide flexibility for business expansion.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Fol>",{"hideOnMobile":81,"hideOnDesktop":81},{"id":169,"heading":170,"blockName":81,"items":171,"blockType":184,"visibility":185},"6a15a1d8f13133005943e28b","How to create your articles of organization",[172,176,180],{"id":173,"title":174,"description":81,"legacyHtml":175},"6a15a1d8f13133005943e288","Select the State Where the LLC will be Registered","Our LLC articles of organization template dynamically changes according to the selected state's requirements. Since each state decides what details will be necessary to form an LLC, the required information can vary from one state to another.",{"id":177,"title":178,"description":81,"legacyHtml":179},"6a15a1d8f13133005943e289","Provide the LLC's Name, Company Address, and Other Details","When choosing your LLC's name, it is important to consider your state's naming requirements. As for your LLC's company address, keep in mind that it will function as an official business address. For this reason, a street address will most likely be required. ",{"id":181,"title":182,"description":81,"legacyHtml":183},"6a15a1d8f13133005943e28a","Describe the LLC's Management Structure","Oftentimes an LLC will be managed either by a specific person who has been given the title of \"manager\" or by the LLC's members. If a manager is named, then that person will be authorized to handle the day-to-day activities of the LLC. On the other hand, if the members manage the LLC, each one will have the right to make management decisions. ","steps",{"hideOnMobile":81,"hideOnDesktop":81},{"id":187,"content":81,"legacyHtml":188,"variant":189,"anchorId":81,"alignment":111,"ctaText":190,"ctaLink":81,"padding":81,"blockName":81,"blockType":112,"visibility":191},"6a15a1d8f13133005943e28c","\u003Ch3>Why create articles of organization and an LLC?\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cp>An LLC is a business entity formed separately from the owner that can be used to incur business debts, expenses, and tax liabilities related to the business.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The LLC structure creates a legal separation between the business entity and its members\u002Fowners, shielding them from personal liability if the business faces financial or legal troubles.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It is important to note that this protection is not absolute and can be compromised if owners fail to maintain proper business practices or engage in fraudulent activities. \u003C\u002Fp>","highlight","Create Your Articles of Organization Today",{"hideOnMobile":81,"hideOnDesktop":81},{"id":193,"heading":194,"description":81,"legacyHtml":195,"image":196,"imageUrl":205,"layout":206,"blockName":81,"blockType":207,"visibility":208},"6a15a1d8f13133005943e28d","Why choose LegalNature?","The professionals at LegalNature offer the expertise and guidance to navigate the nuances of LLC formation across all 50 states and the District of Columbia. LegalNature offers a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you're not happy, then we’re not happy. Give us a call and let us help.",{"id":197,"alt":81,"updatedAt":198,"createdAt":199,"url":200,"thumbnailURL":81,"filename":201,"mimeType":90,"filesize":202,"width":203,"height":204,"focalX":94,"focalY":94},218,"2026-07-29T18:21:40.238Z","2026-07-29T18:21:40.153Z","https:\u002F\u002Fs3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\u002Fshared-cms-main-media.legalnature.com\u002FWhy%20Choose","Why Choose",204042,786,958,"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.buttercms.com\u002F0psHhkORYKU5bpz09RWA","image-right","media-content",{"hideOnMobile":81,"hideOnDesktop":81},{"id":210,"content":81,"legacyHtml":211,"variant":212,"anchorId":81,"alignment":111,"ctaText":81,"ctaLink":81,"padding":81,"blockName":81,"blockType":112,"visibility":213},"6a15a1d8f13133005943e28e","\u003Ch2>Articles of organization guide\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\u003Cp>Articles of organization are formal documents used to establish an LLC and define the fundamental aspects of a company's structure. Sometimes also referred to as a certificate of formation or certificate of organization, articles of organization must be filed with a state in order to create and register an LLC as a valid business organization within that state.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Articles of organization include the essential details of an LLC, including the following:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>The LLC's Name:\u003C\u002Fstrong> Each state requires that companies have a distinct name, often including the entity designator \"LLC\" or \"Limited Liability Company.\"\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Business Purpose:\u003C\u002Fstrong> Some states require that a business purpose be outlined in its articles of organization. This is commonly a general statement, such as \"accounting services\" or \"any lawful act or activity.\"\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Business Address:\u003C\u002Fstrong> The physical address of the business is often required to be reported in lieu of a P.O. Box.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Registered Agent:\u003C\u002Fstrong> This is the person or entity designated to receive legal paperwork, such as service of process or other government correspondence, on behalf of the LLC. The agent's name and physical street address are required to be reported. \u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Members or Managers:\u003C\u002Fstrong> The initial members, or owners, of the LLC are often required to be listed in the articles of organization. Whether the business will be managed by its members or a designated manager are also included.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>The Effective Date of the LLC's Formation:\u003C\u002Fstrong> The date that the LLC's formation takes effect defaults to the day that the articles of organization are submitted to the state; however, a specific date may be set forth as the owner wishes.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cp>These requirements are general, common information, and the exact details required in articles of organization vary state by state.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch3>State-by-State Requirements\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border-spacing: 3px; width: 100%; height: 2535.14px; border: 1px solid #000000;\" border=\"1\">\n\u003Cthead>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 43.8542px;\">\n\u003Cth style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>State\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fth>\n\u003Cth style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">\u003Cstrong>Filing Fee\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fth>\n\u003Cth style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">\u003Cstrong>Online Filing Available?\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fth>\n\u003Cth style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">\u003Cstrong>Processing Time\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fth>\n\u003Cth style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 23.2135%;\">\u003Cstrong>Annual Report\u002FFee\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fth>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003C\u002Fthead>\n\u003Ctbody>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 63.4479px;\">\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>Alabama\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">$236\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">Yes\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">7-10 business days (standard); 1-2 business days (expedited - $100)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 23.2135%;\">No annual report required\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 43.8542px;\">\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>Alaska\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">$250\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">Yes\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">5-10 business days (standard); same day (expedited - $50)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 23.2135%;\">Yes \u002F $100\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 63.4479px;\">\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>Arizona\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">$50\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">Yes\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">5-10 business days (standard); 3-5 business days (expedited - $35)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 23.2135%;\">No annual report required\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 43.8542px;\">\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>Arkansas\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">$45\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">Yes\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">7-10 business days (standard); 24 hours (expedited - $100)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 23.2135%;\">Yes \u002F $150\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 43.8542px;\">\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>California\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">$70\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">Yes\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">5-7 business days (standard); 1 business day (expedited - $350)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 23.2135%;\">Yes \u002F $20 + $800 annual franchise tax\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 43.8542px;\">\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>Colorado\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">$50\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">Yes\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">3-5 business days (standard); same day (expedited - $100)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 23.2135%;\">Yes \u002F $10\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 43.8542px;\">\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>Connecticut\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">$120\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">Yes\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">5-10 business days (standard); same day (expedited - $100)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 23.2135%;\">Yes \u002F $80\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 43.8542px;\">\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>Delaware\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">$110\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">Yes\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">5-7 business days (standard); same day (expedited - $100)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 23.2135%;\">Yes \u002F $300\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 63.4479px;\">\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>District of Columbia\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">$220\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">Yes\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">10-15 business days (standard); 2-3 business days (expedited - $100)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 23.2135%;\">Yes \u002F $300\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 63.4479px;\">\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>Florida\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">$125\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">Yes\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">5-7 business days (standard); 2-3 business days (expedited - $52.50)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 23.2135%;\">Yes \u002F $138.75\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 63.4479px;\">\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>Georgia\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">$100\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">Yes\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">7-10 business days (standard); 2-3 business days (expedited - $100)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 23.2135%;\">Yes \u002F $50\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 63.4479px;\">\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>Hawaii\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">$50\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">Yes\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">5-10 business days (standard); same day (walk-in expedited - $25)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 23.2135%;\">Yes \u002F $15\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 43.8542px;\">\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>Idaho\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">$100\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">Yes\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">5-7 business days (standard); same day (expedited - $100)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 23.2135%;\">Yes \u002F $0 (no fee, but filing required)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 43.8542px;\">\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>Illinois\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">$150\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">Yes\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">10-15 business days (standard); 24 hours (expedited - $100)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 23.2135%;\">Yes \u002F $75\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 43.8542px;\">\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>Indiana\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">$95\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">Yes\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">5-7 business days (standard); same day (expedited - $50)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 23.2135%;\">Yes \u002F $31 (biennial)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 43.8542px;\">\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>Iowa\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">$50\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">Yes\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">5-7 business days (standard); 24 hours (expedited - $50)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 23.2135%;\">Yes \u002F $45 (biennial)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 43.8542px;\">\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>Kansas\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">$160\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">Yes\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">7-10 business days (standard); same day (expedited - $100)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 23.2135%;\">Yes \u002F $50\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 43.8542px;\">\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>Kentucky\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">$40\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">Yes\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">5-7 business days (standard); same day (expedited - $100)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 23.2135%;\">Yes \u002F $15\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 43.8542px;\">\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>Louisiana\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">$100\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">Yes\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">10-15 business days (standard); 24 hours (expedited - $110)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 23.2135%;\">Yes \u002F $35\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 43.8542px;\">\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>Maine\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">$175\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">No\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">7-10 business days (standard); 24 hours (expedited - $50)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 23.2135%;\">Yes \u002F $85\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 43.8542px;\">\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>Maryland\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">$100\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">Yes\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">7-10 business days (standard); same day (expedited - $50)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 23.2135%;\">Yes \u002F $300\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 63.4479px;\">\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>Massachusetts\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">$500\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">Yes\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">7-15 business days (standard); 1-2 business days (expedited - $100)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 23.2135%;\">Yes \u002F $500\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 43.8542px;\">\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>Michigan\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">$50\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">Yes\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">7-10 business days (standard); 24 hours (expedited - $50)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 23.2135%;\">Yes \u002F $25\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 43.8542px;\">\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>Minnesota\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">$135\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">Yes\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">5-7 business days (standard); 24 hours (expedited - $50)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 23.2135%;\">Yes \u002F $0 (no fee, but filing required)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 43.8542px;\">\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>Mississippi\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">$50\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">Yes\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">7-10 business days (standard); 24 hours (expedited - $50)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 23.2135%;\">Yes \u002F $0 (no fee, but filing required)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 43.8542px;\">\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>Missouri\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">$50\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">Yes\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">5-7 business days (standard); 24 hours (expedited - $25)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 23.2135%;\">No annual report required\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 43.8542px;\">\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>Montana\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">$70\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">Yes\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">5-10 business days (standard); same day (expedited - $100)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 23.2135%;\">Yes \u002F $20\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 43.8542px;\">\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>Nebraska\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">$100\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">Yes\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">7-10 business days (standard); 24 hours (expedited - $100)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 23.2135%;\">Yes \u002F $13 (biennial)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 63.4479px;\">\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>Nevada\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">$75 + $150 business license\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">Yes\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">2-5 business days (standard); same day (expedited - $125)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 23.2135%;\">Yes \u002F $150 business license + $350 annual list\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 43.8542px;\">\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>New Hampshire\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">$100\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">Yes\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">7-10 business days (standard); 24 hours (expedited - $100)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 23.2135%;\">Yes \u002F $100\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 63.4479px;\">\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>New Jersey\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">$125\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">Yes\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">7-10 business days (standard); 1 business day (expedited - $50)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 23.2135%;\">Yes \u002F $75\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 43.8542px;\">\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>New Mexico\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">$50\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">Yes\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">10-15 business days (standard); same day (expedited - $100)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 23.2135%;\">No annual report required\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 43.8542px;\">\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>New York\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">$200\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">Yes\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">7-10 business days (standard); same day (expedited - $75)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 23.2135%;\">Yes \u002F $9 (biennial) + publication requirement\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 43.8542px;\">\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>North Carolina\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">$125\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">Yes\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">5-7 business days (standard); same day (expedited - $200)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 23.2135%;\">Yes \u002F $200\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 43.8542px;\">\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>North Dakota\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">$135\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">Yes\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">10-15 business days (standard); 24 hours (expedited - $100)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 23.2135%;\">Yes \u002F $50\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 63.4479px;\">\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>Ohio\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">$99\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">Yes\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">5-7 business days (standard); 1-2 business days (expedited - $100)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 23.2135%;\">No annual report required\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 43.8542px;\">\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>Oklahoma\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">$100\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">Yes\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">7-10 business days (standard); same day (expedited - $100)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 23.2135%;\">Yes \u002F $25\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 43.8542px;\">\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>Oregon\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">$100\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">Yes\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">5-7 business days (standard); 24 hours (expedited - $100)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 23.2135%;\">Yes \u002F $100\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 63.4479px;\">\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>Pennsylvania\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; 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border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">$125\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">Yes\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">7-10 business days (standard); same day (expedited - $100)\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 23.2135%;\">Yes \u002F $35\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 43.8542px;\">\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 15.8829%;\">\u003Cstrong>Virginia\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 13.7985%;\">$100\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 14.9251%;\">Yes\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center; border-color: #000000; padding: 2px; width: 28.6438%;\">7-12 business days (standard); 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Both documents are used for the purpose of registering a business entity with a state, but articles of organization are used to create LLCs while articles of incorporation are used to form corporations. Both business entities provide similar liability protections to the business's owner, but are owned and operated through different structures.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch3>Do I Need an Attorney to Create Articles of Organization?\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cp>Any business owner may file their own articles of organization and an attorney is not required for their creation. However, it is highly recommended to consult with an attorney or other legal service when creating this legal document since each state has its own specific requirements for filing that may be difficult or confusing to navigate. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch3>What if I Need to Make Changes to My Articles of Organization?\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cp>Articles of amendment should be filed when changes to a company's articles of organization need to be made. Articles of organization may require changing if they contain errors when they are first filed, or there are changes in the business over time. These changes, or amendments, may include reporting a new registered agent, updating the company's business address, or changing the company's owners, members, or managers. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch3>What Should I Do after Filing Articles of Organization?\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cp>After filing articles of organization and paying the filing fee, there is typically a short waiting period for the articles to be reviewed and approved by the state, though many states offer expedited processing for faster service. Once the articles are approved and the LLC is a registered business entity, there are several actions that should be taken in order to ensure that the newly formed company remains compliant with the Department of State:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Col>\n\u003Cli index=\"1\">\u003Cspan style=\"color: #009eff;\">\u003Cstrong>Retrieve an EIN from the IRS\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fspan>: An employer identification number, or EIN, is an essential nine-digit number required for federal tax purposes. Having a valid EIN is often required to apply for other business necessities, such as a license or financial accounts.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli index=\"2\">\u003Cspan style=\"color: #009eff;\">\u003Cstrong>Create an LLC operating agreement\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fspan>: While the articles of organization outline the general purpose of the LLC, an LLC's operating agreement describes the specific functions, regulations, responsibilities, and rules for the business, including protocols for dealing with personal or financial liabilities or internal conflicts of interest.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli index=\"3\">\u003Cspan style=\"color: #009eff;\">\u003Cstrong>Open a business bank account\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fspan>: Establishing a separate business bank account for your business is crucial for maintaining and managing your business assets and business finances, while protecting yourself from personal liability.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli index=\"4\">\u003Cspan style=\"color: #009eff;\">\u003Cstrong>Apply for any required business licenses\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fspan>: Some business types are monitored and regulated more heavily by the states and require certification and licensure to operate legally.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli index=\"5\">\u003Cspan style=\"color: #009eff;\">\u003Cstrong>File annual reports\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fspan>: Most states require LLCs to file an annual report with the state's Division of Corporations to remain in good standing and preserve the liability protections offered by the LLC business structure\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Fol>","light-green",{"hideOnMobile":81,"hideOnDesktop":81},{"id":215,"style":216,"size":217,"blockName":81,"blockType":218,"visibility":219},"6a15a1d8f13133005943e28f","line","md","separator",{"hideOnMobile":161,"hideOnDesktop":161},{"id":221,"heading":222,"background":223,"blockName":81,"items":224,"blockType":249,"visibility":250},"6a15a1d8f13133005943e296","Frequently Asked Questions","light-blue",[225,229,233,237,241,245],{"id":226,"question":227,"answer":81,"legacyHtml":228},"6a15a1d8f13133005943e290","Why do I need to file articles of organization for my LLC?","\u003Cp>Articles of organization are designed to give your state's Secretary of State or Company Registrar the information required to determine whether or not to approve a new company. State laws governing businesses are designed to protect consumers and state residents, so every state has laws and requirements that businesses must comply with if they want the benefits of an LLC structure. \u003C\u002Fp>",{"id":230,"question":231,"answer":81,"legacyHtml":232},"6a15a1d8f13133005943e291","In what state should I register my LLC?","\u003Cp>Although businesses can register to conduct business in any state, most businesses choose to organize their limited liability companies in the state where their principal office is located. Although it may make sense to choose a different state for an LLC because of that state’s tax treatment, some states impose additional taxes, making it cheaper to organize under a neighboring state’s laws. If you are considering establishing your LLC in a state other than your own, it is important that you investigate whether that state requires additional paperwork. \u003C\u002Fp>",{"id":234,"question":235,"answer":81,"legacyHtml":236},"6a15a1d8f13133005943e292","What management structure should my company have?","\u003Cp>In a member-managed company, the day-to-day management and responsibilities of a limited liability company will usually reside with its members. In other words, they are directly involved in running the company's daily operations. Alternatively, in a manager-managed limited liability company, the day-to-day management and responsibilities reside with the appointed managers. This means that the members are not directly involved in the running of the company's daily operations and do not take on any managerial responsibilities. If managers are appointed, you will have the chance to provide the name and address of each initial manager. Managers may want to consider using a business address rather than a residential address as this information may become public. Do not provide social security numbers, dates of birth, or other private identification information. Remember, a manager may also be a member of the company. Do not forget to list managers who are also members.\u003C\u002Fp>",{"id":238,"question":239,"answer":81,"legacyHtml":240},"6a15a1d8f13133005943e293","Will I need a registered agent?","\u003Cp>A registered agent is an individual or business entity residing within the company's state. All registered agents must maintain normal business hours at a physical address that is open to the public. The registered agent’s main function is to ensure reliable communication between the company and any third party, by receiving and forwarding legal documents, notices, or other requests to the company. It is mandatory that every company provides the registered agent's full name. If the registered agent is a business entity, then you should include the entity designation of the business such as Inc. or Co. It is also mandatory that every company provides the address where the registered agent is required to receive any legal correspondence. Check with your state regarding any specific requirements for listing the registered agent's address. LegalNature provides the registered agent with the option to use the company's physical address, the company's mailing address, or any other address where the registered agent is willing and able to receive mail. It is important to point out that some states require the registered agent’s consent in order to be named as such. \u003C\u002Fp>",{"id":242,"question":243,"answer":81,"legacyHtml":244},"6a15a1d8f13133005943e294","How do I file my articles of organization?","\u003Cp>Most states allow articles of organization to be filed electronically online through the Secretary of State or Division of Corporations website. Articles can also be submitted through the mail; though, this typically results in an extended wait-period for processing. After receiving the articles and any required filing fees, there is typically a short processing period unless the state offers expedited processing for an additional fee.\u003C\u002Fp>",{"id":246,"question":247,"answer":81,"legacyHtml":248},"6a15a1d8f13133005943e295","What is the difference between articles of organization, articles of incorporation, or an operating agreement?","\u003Cp>Articles of organization are distinct from an LLC's operating agreement, which is an internal document setting forth the company's operational rules. Articles of organization are also different from articles of incorporation, which are used to create corporations (a different business structure with similar benefits). \u003C\u002Fp>","faqs",{"hideOnMobile":161,"hideOnDesktop":161},{"id":252,"headline":253,"text":254,"image":255,"ctaText":81,"blockName":81,"blockType":256,"visibility":257},"6a74b2106b6d2743ed896d6a","Start Your Articles of Organization","Complete your articles opf organization in minutes with LegalNature's intuitive, step-by-step guidance.",{"id":85,"alt":81,"updatedAt":86,"createdAt":87,"url":88,"thumbnailURL":81,"filename":89,"mimeType":90,"filesize":91,"width":92,"height":93,"focalX":94,"focalY":94},"get-started",{"hideOnMobile":81,"hideOnDesktop":81},{"title":259,"description":260,"keyword":261,"og_image":262},"Articles of Organization Form | File an LLC - LegalNature","File your LLC’s articles of organization in minutes using a guided form that meets state requirements in all 50 states and DC.","articles of organization, articles of organization form, articles of organization template","https:\u002F\u002Fs3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\u002Fshared-cms-main-media.legalnature.com\u002FGRC2aTBURxOHKq6GICzY.jpg",{"headline":264,"image":265,"imageUrl":82,"steps":266},"Create your articles of organization in minutes",{"id":96,"alt":81,"updatedAt":97,"createdAt":98,"url":99,"thumbnailURL":81,"filename":100,"mimeType":90,"filesize":101,"width":102,"height":103,"focalX":94,"focalY":94},[267,270,273],{"id":268,"text":269},"6a15a1d8f13133005943e297","Complete our form",{"id":271,"text":272},"6a15a1d8f13133005943e298","Preview and download your document",{"id":274,"text":275},"6a15a1d8f13133005943e299","Review and sign your document"]