Who Owns a California Corporation? A California Corporation is a popular business structure among entrepreneurs and small business owners in California due to its tax benefits and liability protections. But exactly who owns a California Corporation? This article seeks to shed light on this question by exploring the roles [...]
Who Owns a California S-Corp? A California S-Corp is a popular business structure among entrepreneurs and small business owners in California due to its unique tax benefits and liability protections. But exactly who owns a California S-Corp? This article seeks to shed light on this question by exploring the [...]
Who Owns a Limited Partnership in California? Understanding the business structure of California Limited Partnership ownership can be complex. Navigating through the laws and regulations of a business entity is essential to ensure that the business operates within the bounds of the law. In this article, we will explore [...]
How to Choose a California Limited Partnership Attorney Choosing the right attorney to represent your California Limited Partnership is a critical decision that can significantly impact the operation and future success of your business. This choice demands a thorough understanding of your unique needs, a keen awareness of the [...]
California Limited Partnership Agreement In this article, we take an in-depth look at the key provisions that should be included in a California Limited Partnership Agreement. Designed to govern the operation and management of a California Limited Partnership, a California Limited Partnership Agreement holds significant value in defining the [...]
What Specific Information Does a Company Need to Report for FinCEN Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting? As part of anti-money laundering and counterterrorism financing measures, commencing on January 1, 2024, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) requires most businesses to provide certain beneficial ownership information. But what specific data does [...]
Who May Be a Limited Partner in California? In the corporate world, the structure of partnerships is crucial to the success and operation of any business. This article will delve into the legal parameters shaping who can become a Limited Partner in California, the obligations and rights associated with [...]
Real Estate Development Company in California Whether you are a new real estate developer or a seasoned property developer with years of experience in the real estate market, it is important to choose the correct business entity for your real estate projects. When embarking on a real estate development [...]
Limited Partnership for Income Property in California A California Limited Partnership can be an attractive business entity, particularly for income properties in California. Real estate investors generally default to the California LLC when considering business entities for rental properties, which is usually the right choice, as we have explored [...]
Evaluating California Entity Choices When it comes to launching a new business in California, choosing the right legal entity is a critical decision. Each entity - be it a Sole Proprietorship, General Partnership, Corporation, S-Corp, Limited Liability Company (LLC), or Limited Partnership - carries its own set of advantages [...]
Understanding the California Limited Partnership A California Limited Partnership is a specific type of business structure that combines elements of both partnerships and corporations. This unique blend can offer a significant level of protection to partners, along with an efficient tax structure that can be beneficial for many businesses. [...]
What is a California Limited Partnership? A California Limited Partnership ("California LP") is a business entity that is particularly beneficial for businesses with a clear division between passive investors and active managers. In this article, we will stick to the basics, but if you want to delve into the [...]
When corporate partnerships are formed, the main disadvantage of partnership dissipates since the partners are legal entities that are already protecting the personal and family financial assets of the natural persons involved. For these reasons, a limited partnership might be the best business form for your next San Diego venture.
Thoughts on Being Your Own Agent for Service of Process Here in San Diego and elsewhere in California, corporations, limited liability companies, and limited partnerships are required by law to designate an "agent for service of process." This is part of the process of setting up your corporate entity [...]
No Breach of Duty of Loyalty to LLC Where LLC Conducted No Business Under California law, a limited liability company ("LLC") is one of the options available for forming a corporate entity through which to operate a business. Other options include a corporation, various professional organizations, and limited partnerships. [...]
What Happens if I do Not Pay My California Franchise Taxes? California corporations, limited liability companies, S-corps, and other types of business entities must pay annual taxes, called "franchise taxes" to the California Franchise Tax Board. The minimum amount owed is $800 each year, but this is just a [...]
Common Uses of San Diego Limited Partnerships Limited partnerships are commonly used here in San Diego and elsewhere in California. For example, films and other theater and musical productions are often produced through the use of limited partnerships. Limited partnerships are a type of business entity specifically allowed by [...]
Business Identity Theft: As Destructive as Personal Identity Theft Once a corporation, s-corp, limited liability company, or other corporate entity has been formed, a new legal entity comes into existence. This new entity has an identity that is separate and apart from the identity of the owners. That business [...]
How Does the Secretary of State Determine Business Name Availability? As many know, when you form a corporation here in San Diego or anywhere in California, you must specify the name of the corporation (or LLC or Limited Partnership). According to Cal. Corp. Code, ยง 201(b), a business name [...]
