How To Start An Oklahoma Sole Proprietorship
Choosing the right business structure is one of the most important first steps when starting a new business. The business structure defines your company’s legal status, outlining your liability, tax obligations, and other responsibilities. In this guide, we’ll explain what a sole proprietorship is, outline the advantages and disadvantages, and provide a step-by-step process for […]
How To Form An Oklahoma Corporation
The Corporation is a business structure that provides personal liability protection by separating the owner’s personal assets from the assets of the business. Thus, a corporation is liable for the actions and finances of the business, while the owners (known as shareholders) are not. Corporation Pros Corporations provide liability protection for the shareholders A corporation […]
How To Get A Free Oklahoma EIN
Not every small business will need one, but a common registration for many businesses in Oklahoma is the Employer Identification Number, otherwise known as an EIN. This number is used as a business’s identification for tax purposes and is required for various business activities, such as opening a bank account, hiring employees, and filing tax […]
How To File An Oklahoma Annual Certificate
One of the requirements of maintaining a Limited Liability Company (LLC) or corporation in Oklahoma is filing an Annual Certificate. The Annual Certificate, known as an Annual Report in most states, is used to confirm and update the company’s information each year with the Oklahoma Secretary of State. Related: Guide to starting an LLC in Oklahoma […]
Oklahoma Business License Basics
Starting a small business in Oklahoma often means registering with several federal, state, and local agencies. Let’s review common Oklahoma business license registrations so your business starts off right. Related: Guide to starting a business in Oklahoma Setting Up the Business Before you can apply for business licenses, you should first establish the business structure. […]
Guide To Hiring Employees In Oklahoma
Hiring your first employee as a new business owner is both an exciting and frightening experience. Not only do you have a person relying on you to pay them so they can provide for their family while balancing the cash flow needs of your business, but there is also a lot of paperwork and laws […]
How To Get An Oklahoma Resale Certificate
An Oklahoma Resale Certificate is an important document that allows businesses in Oklahoma to purchase merchandise for resale without paying sales tax. This certificate is also sometimes called a “Sales Tax Exemption Certificate,” a “Reseller’s license,” or a “Certificate of Resale.” Learn more about how an Oklahoma resale certificate works, how to get one, and […]
How To Register For An Oklahoma Sales Tax Permit
Most businesses starting in Oklahoma selling a product or offering certain services will need to register for an Oklahoma sales tax permit. This permit is also referred to as a seller’s permit, sales tax license, sales tax number, or sales tax registration. The sales tax permit is obtained through the Oklahoma Tax Commission […]
Should You Use An Oklahoma Registered Agent Service?
An Oklahoma registered agent (also referred to as a resident agent or statutory agent in some states) is a person or company designated to be the official point of contact for a company. The purpose of a registered agent is to receive service of process (legal mail such as a summons, subpoena, or lawsuit) and […]
Oklahoma DBA / Trade Name Registration In 3 Easy Steps
If you plan to start a business in Oklahoma under a name other than your own, you will need to register for a business name. Business name registration is commonly referred to as an Oklahoma DBA or “Doing Business As.” There are two options for business name registration in Oklahoma, officially which are called a […]