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Forming an LLC in Kansas
Forming an LLC in Kansas is fairly undemanding and most people can do it on their own. Hiring an attorney to check your Operating Agreement is however strongly recommended, because improper Operating Agreements have caused IRS troubles for LLC’s in the past. If you want to refrain from doing any paper work at all, there are several incorporation companies that specialize in Kansas.
Forming an LLC in Kansas in 5 easy steps
- The first step is to choose an suitable name for your company. The name must contain the words “Limited Liability Company” or an abbreviation. It must also be unique, i.e. not already taken by another LLC, and cannot violate any trademarks. When forming an LLC in Kansas, there are many restrictions to consider when deciding on a name. According to Kansas state law, the following professions are authorized to create a professional LLC: architect, attorney-at-law, certified public accountant, chiropractor, clinical marriage and family therapist, clinical professional counsellor, clinical psychotherapist, dentist, engineer, geologist, land surveyor, landscape architect, licensed psychologist, occupational therapist, optometrist, osteopathic physician or surgeon, pharmacist, physician, physician assistant, surgeon or doctor of medicine, podiatrist, real estate broker or salesperson, registered physical therapist, registered professional nurse, specialist in clinical social work, veterinarian.
- File the Articles of Organization at the Kansas State filing office.
- Have an organizational meeting and adopt an Operating Agreement for the LLC.
- Get a Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN) for your new LLC and open up a company bank account.
- Make sure that you apply for any necessary local business license. Keep in mind that an LLC needs a local business license for each city (or county) in which it will conduct business.
Important facts to take into consideration before forming an LLC in Kansas
- The minimum state filing fee for an LLC formed in Kansas is $185.00. (For 12 business days.)
- The mandatory Annual Report is due on April 15th or on the fourth month and 15th day after the fiscal year. If you hand in your Annual Report online, the report fee is $50.00. Handing it in on paper will cost you an additional $5.
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