Please find below a few commonly asked questions regarding incorporations and the formation of a business entity…  If your question is not covered, please contact us — we’ll respond to your inquiry within one business day or less.

How long does the incorporation process take?

The length of time the process takes depends upon several factors.  Assuming that there are no questions and that your chosen name is available, PA Incorporations Plus+ will process the paperwork and registration materials within the first week of receiving your completed questionnaire and order form.

Another factor is the time which the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania takes to complete the registration process.  Based on our experience, it is anticipated that everything will be in place within 1-2 weeks of your order, with your final, official confirmations and (if selected during checkout) the delivery of your corporate kit, seal and stock shares completed within approximately 30-45 days from the date of your order.

Once all materials have been completed and the registration materials have been submitted to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, for all intents and purposes you have ownership of the corporate name and can proceed with your business planning.

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Can I maintain records easily myself?

Yes — you should be able to independently maintain your own corporate meeting and business records.  That said, it would be a good idea to maintain a close relationship with both your accountant and an attorney who is familiar with business practices and corporate matters.  Maintenance and regular review of your records and business practices helps keep your business in compliance with the requirements of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

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Is there a re-filing requirement for my corporation?

No — once you have filed and have received confirmation of registration, your obligations shift to record keeping and the normal functions of running a business.

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What is a corporate seal?

A corporate seal is part of your corporate kit, which is an option we recommend during the checkout process.  The corporate seal is physically applied to paperwork and filings which require a confirmation of authenticity.  In short:  since it is assumed that only the corporation has access to the official seal, any documents which display the seal are assumed to have been the official work product of the corporation.

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What is a “registered agent”?

Persons located outside Pennsylvania wishing to incorporate within the state primarily use a registered agent.  The registered agent has an official capacity to receive legal documents (such as a service of process).  It is also a service offered to keep businesses informed regarding tax and other business filing requirements.  For more information, please visit the portion of our website regarding other services.

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Can I switch to a different business entity at a later time?

Yes — although it is important to have a business plan and to set up your entity in the form that you desire from the beginning, you can change your registered business entity if your business requires change.