Business Compliance
California Temporarily Waives Filing Fees for Corporations, LLCs, Nonprofits, and Others
The California Secretary of State has announced a temporary waiver of filing fees for many new corporations, LLCs, nonprofits, and other organizations. The stated purpose of the waiver is “to encourage business growth in California.” The recent enactment of California’s … Read more
When Should I Register a Trademark?
A common question for entrepreneurs and small businesses is, “When should I register a trademark?”
Let’s look at 5 key points to consider.
1. First, you should register for a federal trademark when you want to protect the GOOD WILL… Read more
The Differences Between State Licenses and Local Permits
If you own or operate an architecture or engineering firm, you are likely aware of your state’s licensing requirements. However, certain jobs and services you perform may be subject to additional permitting requirements.
The primary difference between licenses and permits … Read more
The Importance of Continuing Education for Professional Engineers
Professional engineers are responsible for obtaining continuing education credits, also referred to as professional development hours (PDH), to maintain their licenses. Continuing education ensures firms and their employees are expanding and improving their engineering skills and cultivating new and industry-relevant … Read more
Everything You Need to Know to File Timely Annual Reports
Updated March 2022
Annual reports are entity information updates due to the secretary of state on a predetermined, scheduled basis according to the statutes and rules of each state. Business entities, such as LLCs, corporations, and nonprofits, must file annual … Read more
5 Types of Insurance You Need to Protect Your Architecture and Engineering Business
Different industries come with various inherent risks. Businesses in engineering and architecture are typically more dangerous for employees and third parties because of the equipment used and the types of projects being completed. You need to have the right insurance … Read more
Coronavirus and Corporate Registrations: Updates
As concern for the spread of the coronavirus grows, state officials have been implementing new measures for the safety of their employees and the public. These rapid response changes are being employed to allow businesses to continue filing the necessary … Read more
New Quick Guide Provides Tips for Successful Cause Marketing Campaigns
LANCASTER, Pa. November 14, 2019 – This week Harbor Compliance and DonationMatch released Cause Marketing Compliance and Success to help businesses and nonprofits launch successful, compliant partnerships that benefit charitable causes.
This … Read more
How to Get a Certificate of Good Standing
Staying on top of state regulatory requirements keeps your organization in good standing. Generally, this includes registering with the secretary of state, filing annual or periodic reports when required, and maintaining an active registered agent. In many states, good standing … Read more
Conversion & Domestication: Changing an Entity’s Structure or Home State
As organizations grow, what worked in the past doesn’t always fit with present needs or future plans. Maybe it’s a name that no longer adequately describes what they do, or revenue has grown to the point where a new structure … Read more
