Why Form 8854 Distribution 2023-2024

If you did not obtain a certificate of status during your initial LLC filing, this video will walk you through the steps required to obtain one. - Many times, when opening a bank account, obtaining business licenses, or dealing with certain institutions, they will request a certificate of status from you. - A certificate of status is also known as a certificate of good standing or a certificate of authority. It is a document with a state seal and a watermark that provides evidence that your LLC has been properly registered with the state of Florida. - In order to obtain a certificate of status, you must mail a request letter and payment to the certification department. - The fee for a certificate of status is $5, and your check or money order must be made payable to the Florida Department of State. - Below this video is a document called the request for certificate of status. You can fill out this document on your computer or print it out and fill in your details with a pen. - On the request letter, you will fill in today's date and the name of your LLC. The letter states that it is a request for a certificate of status for the mentioned Florida LLC and includes a payment of $5. - Your name, address, phone number, and name (to return correspondence) should be listed underneath. After printing, sign above your name. - Once filled out and signed, mail the request letter and $5 fee to the Division of Corporations at P.O. 6327, Tallahassee, Florida 32314, attention Certification Department. - Your check or money order must be payable to the Florida Department of State. - After receiving your request, the typical turnaround time is five to seven business days. - If you have not ordered a certified copy of your articles of...