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Forming an LLC in Missouri
Forming an LLC in Missouri is quite straightforward, but if you do not like paperwork you can let an incorporation company do it for you. Hiring an attorney to check your Operating Agreement is strongly recommended, since a vague or improper Operating Agreement could render your problems with the IRS later on.
Forming an LLC in Missouri in 5 easy steps
- First and foremost, your LLC must have a suitable name. The name must include an LLC identifier, such as “Limited Liability Co” or “LLC”. The name must of course also be available, e.g. not used by any other LLC, and it cannot violate any trademark. When forming an LLC in Missouri, the company is prohibited from having a name that contains the terms "incorporated", "corporation", or "limited partnership", nor any abbreviations of such words.
- Secondly, you must file the Articles of Organization with the Missouri State filing office.
- The third step is to have an organizational meeting where an Operating Agreement is adopted for the LLC.
- During the fourth step, you should acquire a Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN) for the LLC and arrange to have a company bank account set up.
- During the last step, the LLC should apply for local business licenses from each city (or county) where business will be conducted.
Important facts to take into consideration before forming an LLC in Missouri
- The minimum filing fee is $150.00 in Missouri. (For 15 business days.)
- Unlike the situation in most other states, annual reports are not required for an LLC formed in Missouri.
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