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Reviews"An excellent book." San Francisco Chronicle "Mancuso, an author and attorney specializing in corporations and limited liability companies, shows small business owners in California how to incorporate and the legal and tax laws and procedures that apply, how to approach and handle securities law issues and formalities at the state and federal level, and how to prepare articles of incorporation, bylaws, initial board minutes, and state securities exemption forms. He explains how to choose the legal structure for the business, how California corporations work, issuing and selling stock, taxation, the steps for forming a corporation, what to do after incorporation, and the role of lawyers and accountants. Forms are included in the book and online." Eithne O'Leyne, Editor Ringgold, Inc. ProtoView, "An excellent book." "San Francisco Chronicle" "Mancuso, an author and attorney specializing in corporations and limited liability companies, shows small business owners in California how to incorporate and the legal and tax laws and procedures that apply, how to approach and handle securities law issues and formalities at the state and federal level, and how to prepare articles of incorporation, bylaws, initial board minutes, and state securities exemption forms. He explains how to choose the legal structure for the business, how California corporations work, issuing and selling stock, taxation, the steps for forming a corporation, what to do after incorporation, and the role of lawyers and accountants. Forms are included in the book and online." "Eithne O'Leyne, Editor Ringgold, Inc. ProtoView", "An excellent book." San Francisco Chronicle "Mancuso, an author and attorney specializing in corporations and limited liability companies, shows small business owners in California how to incorporate and the legal and tax laws and procedures that apply, how to approach and handle securities law issues and formalities at the state and federal level, and how to prepare articles of incorporation, bylaws, initial board minutes, and state securities exemption forms. He explains how to choose the legal structure for the business, how California corporations work, issuing and selling stock, taxation, the steps for forming a corporation, what to do after incorporation, and the role of lawyers and accountants. Forms are included in the book and online." Eithne O'Leyne, Editor Ringgold, Inc. ProtoView "Nolo has been publishing excellent self-help legal manuals since 1971." Kiplinger's Personal Finance Magazine
Table Of ContentYour Incorporation Companion 1. Choosing the Right Legal Structure for Your Business 2. How California Corporations Work 3. Issuing and Selling Stock 4. Corporate Taxation 5. Steps to Form Your Corporation 6. After You Incorporate 7. Lawyers and Accountants A. Appendix A: How to Use the Interactive Forms B. Appendix B: Contact Information and Incorporation Forms Index
SynopsisThe ultimate do-it-yourself guide contains all the step-by-step instructions and forms readers need to form their own corporation in California and save thousands of dollars in lawyer fees Lots of advice and information on corporate law, including tax information and rules on offering and selling stock Includes all the forms you need to incorporate and bylaws for your new corporation", Incorporate your business in California Protect your personal assets By incorporating your business, you separate your personal and business assets--and shield your house, investments, and other personal assets from business creditors. There are other advantages as well, including easier access to capital, employee perks, and certain tax benefits. How to Form Your Own California Corporation offers step-by-step instructions on how to incorporate your small business in California. It shows you how to: file articles of incorporation prepare bylaws issue shares of stock, and set up a corporate records book. How to Form Your Own California Corporation makes the entire incorporation process easy. Like tens of thousands of California entrepreneurs have done over the last 30 years, you really can complete and file all the paperwork yourself. This edition is completely updated and revised to provide current regulations, tax requirements, contact information for relevant agencies, helpful resources, and the most up-to-date forms available., Form a corporation in California with the book that's helped thousands of Californians incorporate! Protect your business and save on attorney's fees by forming a California corporation on your own. How to Form Your Own California Corporation makes incorporating a straightforward task for any small business owner. This all-in-one guide contains the forms, tax rules, practical information, and step-by-step instructions you need to successfully incorporate a California business. Learn about: different types of California corporations and how they work filing articles of incorporation how to stay legal by keeping legally sound corporate records and minutes securities laws and exemptions corporate taxation preparing bylaws issuing stock obtaining licenses and permits, and perks for your employees. This edition is completely updated and revised to provide current regulations, tax requirements, contact information for relevant agencies, helpful resources, and the most up-to-date forms available. "How to Form Your Own California Corporation "makes the entire incorporation process easy. Like tens of thousands of California entrepreneurs have done over the last 25 years, you really can complete and file all the paperwork yourself., * The ultimate do-it-yourself guide contains all the step-by-step instructions and forms readers need to form their own corporation in California and save thousands of dollars in lawyer fees* Lots of advice and information on corporate law, including tax information and rules on offering and selling stock* Includes all the forms you need to incorporate and bylaws for your new corporation