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ComplianceUpdatedJune 29, 2023

When should I incorporate?

By: CT Corporation Staff

It’s generally beneficial to incorporate early on, regardless of business type. However, C corporations, S corporations, and LLCs have unique procedures.

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Updated July 06, 2024

Events that trigger new business compliance obligations (infographic)

Whether you're launching, running, or dissolving a business, find out which events can trigger compliance obligations to avoid business risks.

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Compliance

Updated April 28, 2024

Business entity administrative dissolution and reinstatement

Administrative dissolution is the loss of rights, powers, and authority for a corporation or LLC. Learn how to avoid this or how to seek reinstatement.

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Compliance

Updated June 15, 2024

What are S corporations: Key benefits and more

Learn what S Corporations are, the advantages and disadvantages of an S corp, and expert backed business tips.

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Updated September 16, 2024

Rights and responsibilities of LLC members

Discover the rights & responsibilities of LLC (Limited Liability Company) members in this excerpt from the CT LLC Handbook, including financial & voting rights, liability, & more.

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ComplianceApril 10, 2025

The LLC handbook

By: Sandra Feldman

Explore this guide to LLCs (Limited Liability Companies), including members, managers, and changes in company structure, plus a glossary of common LLC terms.

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ComplianceUpdatedJune 25, 2021
Business type comparison - LLC vs. Inc.
By: CT Corporation Staff
Learn about the difference between an LLC (Limited Liability Company) and Inc. (different types of corporations), including liability, management, taxes & more.
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ComplianceOctober 24, 2025
LLC vs. S corporation: Advantages and disadvantages
By: CT Corporation Staff
Trying to decide between forming an LLC or S Corp (S Corporation)? Both offer benefits.
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ComplianceMay 16, 2024
What is a C corporation?
By: CT Corporation Staff
Learn the essentials about forming a C Corporation for your business, including how to form a C Corp, who the stakeholders are, and more.
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Article
ComplianceUpdatedNovember 27, 2023
12 tips for naming your LLC or corporation
By: CT Corporation Staff
Learn why properly naming your business is so important with our 12 tips, including performing a name check, incorporation documents, trademark issues & more.
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ComplianceUpdatedMay 30, 2021
C corporations advantages & disadvantages
By: CT Corporation Staff
Discover the advantages & disadvantages of C Corporations, including separation between ownership and management, no restrictions on holding shares, and more.
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ComplianceCorporateUpdatedMay 07, 2024
Powers and duties of corporation directors and officers
The board of directors is a corporation’s governing body in charge of the corporation’s business & affairs. Learn about the powers & duties of the directors here.
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ComplianceUpdatedMay 09, 2022
Piercing the corporate veil: LLC & corporation risks
By: Sandra Feldman
Piercing the veil disregards the corporation or LLC’s separate existence. Learn how this legal exception makes shareholders liable for the business’ debts.
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ComplianceUpdatedMay 05, 2025
Ten differences between LLCs & corporations to consider (beyond taxation)
By: Sandra Feldman
Explore the differences between an LLC (Limited Liability Company) and a Corporation beyond those related to taxes, including management, dividends, & more.
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ComplianceUpdatedSeptember 16, 2024

The Corporation Handbook

By: CT Corporation Staff

Explore this overview of corporation-related topics, such as corporate structure options and formation, raising capital, plus explanations of terms used in corporations.

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November 22, 2021

CT expert insights: About holding company structures

In this edition of Expert Insights, CT’s Publications Attorney, Sandra Feldman, explores the ins and outs of holding company operating structures.

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ComplianceJune 06, 2025
Benefit LLCs - An option for socially conscious business owners
By: Sandra Feldman
Learn about Benefit LLC's, an option for entrepreneurs who want their business to earn a profit while making a positive contribution to society, and want pass-through taxation & management flexibility.
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ComplianceUpdatedMay 30, 2021
LLC vs S corp vs C corp: Choosing the best entity structure for your business
By: CT Corporation Staff
Learn about the criteria for choosing the right business type, like LLC, S Corporation, C, Corporation, including limited liability, risk, taxes, selecting a state, & more.
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ComplianceUpdatedOctober 30, 2023
What are articles of incorporation?
By: CT Corporation Staff
Learn more about the Articles of Incorporation, whether they can be customized, their role, and more from the business experts at CT Corporation.
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ComplianceUpdatedJune 26, 2021
Statutory conversions of LLCs, corporations, and other kinds of business entities
By: Sandra Feldman
Are you thinking of changing your business entity form? Learn more about what it entails and how it differs from a dissolution/formation and inter-equity merger. Contact CT for professional help.
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ComplianceMay 07, 2025
What is a holding company & how to use it to mitigate risk
By: Sandra Feldman
A holding company can be used by LLCs and corporations to protect business assets and more, but there are also challenges when using this structure.
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ComplianceUpdatedAugust 15, 2021
What is an L3C (low-profit limited liability company): An entity for entrepreneurs who value purpose and profits
By: Sandra Feldman
What is an L3C (Low-Profit Limited Liability Company)? Learn more about L3Cs from CT Corp — a business that benefits society and generates profits for its owners.
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