Alaska — The Alaska Secretary of State's office will be closed on October 19, 2015, in observance of Alaska Day.

A Registered Agent plays an importance role in minimizing business risk. This article explains the process of managing SOPs and advises on what to look for in a service provider.

South Dakota — The South Dakota Secretary of State's office will be closed on October 12, 2015, in observance of Native American Day.

Multiple States — The following Secretary of State offices will be closed on October 12, 2015, in observance of Columbus Day:  AL, AZ, CT, DC, GA, ID, IL, IN, ME, MD, MA, MO, MT, NE, NJ, NM, NY, OH, PA, RI, UT, VA, and WV.

Peru has continued its run of impressive growth — particularly in comparison to some of its more sluggish Latin American neighbors.

Malaysia is at the epicenter of one of the fastest growing sectors in the financial services market.

The dates below are accurate as of the date of publication, and are subject to change as states often make last minute revisions to their holiday closing schedules.

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There are a variety of benefits to moving offshore, including access to a wide variety of non-traditional investments. Here are 20 of the world's premiere locations for offshore fund investment.

Nevada Senate Bill 39, effective October 1, 2015, changes the State Business License requirements

Montana House Bill 258, effective October 1, 2015, enacts the Montana Benefit Corporation Act.