Forming a Wyoming corporation begins with filing Articles of Incorporation stating the corporate name, its registered agent, the number and par value of shares, and the names and addresses of the directors.

In Georgia, the document required to form a corporation is called the Articles of Incorporation and must include the name and address of your Registered Agent with a physical address in Georgia.

Articles of Incorporation in Florida require you to state the names of directors and officers, as well as information regarding name, registered agent and authorized shares.

Incorporating in Texas requires filing a Certificate of Formation listing the names and addresses of the corporation's directors.

Ten important differences other than taxation to consider when choosing between a corporate or LLC business structure.

Choosing the business structure is one of the first decisions that must be made when starting a business. This article outlines the six basic options: sole proprietorship, general partnership, limited liability partnership, limited liability company and business corporation.

View a state-by-state chart with an overview of voluntary assumed name (DBA) filings for each state and the District of Colombia.

Get a chart on 10 key differences (other than tax) between corporations and LLCs.

Find out 10 key differences between LLCs and corporations (other than tax), including operating documents, meeting requirements, ownership rights and management.