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Redomestication, also known as redomiciling, refers to the lesser-known legal process of transferring or moving the "home state" of an existing corporation, partnership, or LLC, from one state to another state. It means keeping your existing company name, credit, and federal employer identification number (FEIN) without wasting time and money creating a new business entity, applying for foreign registration, or moving assets between companies.
— Prof. Chad D. Cummings, Esq., CPA

Domestication vs. Foreign Registration vs. Merger vs. Dissolution: A Comparison

Domestication is, in many circumstances, far preferable to registering an LLC or corporation as a foreign entity, especially where the LLC or corporation has permanently moved its operations and will not be returning to the prior state in the near future.

Some attorneys, unfortunately, confuse their clients by recommending a foreign entity registration in Florida, or worse, a merger, where a redomestication would have accomplished the client's goals of moving their business to Florida efficiently and effectively.

The top seven benefits of moving your company (LLC, corporation, or partnership) to Florida via redomestication to transfer your business include:

1. 1. Maintaining your existing federal employer identification number, eliminating the tax headaches of forming a new company or transferring assets between companies (and inadvertently triggering a hefty tax bill from the IRS) when you move your business to Florida;
2. 2. Keeping your existing business credit history and track record, safeguarding your reputation with clients, vendors, and creditors when moving your LLC or corporation to Florida;
3. 3. Continuing your existing business name (in almost every case), protecting your most important assets when moving your company to Florida: your brand, reputation, and time you have already invested in search engine optimization;
4. 4. Maintaining your existing contracts with customers and vendors because moving your business to Florida via redomestication does not create a new company: it maintains your existing company, saving you dozens (or even hundreds) of hours re-writing (and re-negotiating) contracts and changing banks;
5. 5. Eliminating the need to continue paying registration fees and taxes in your prior state (assuming you have discontinued your operations there and have permanently relocated to Florida), potentially saving you tens of thousands of dollars (or more) in state taxes every quarter when you move your business to Florida;
6. 6. Avoiding unnecessary IRS scrutiny because moving your LLC or corporation to Florida via redomestication is a tax-free transaction under the Internal Revenue Code; and
7. 7. Reducing the amount of time you spend on administrative filings, saving you untold hours annually, by moving your company to Florida: the most pro-business state in the Union.

Before taking the "penny wise and pound foolish" approach of foreign entity registration or spending countless hours and exorbitant legal fees (and possibly taxes) on a merger or merger-gone-wrong to move your company to Florida, ensure you understand your options.

In most circumstances, redomestication (and not a foreign entity registration or costly and complicated merger) is the best route to achieve a change in company domicile to Florida.

How to Transfer Your Company to Florida via Redomestication

1. 1. Complete the online workflow above by entering the name of your business (i.e., the name of your LLC or corporation). The entire process should take you no more than five minutes to complete. Submit a one-time payment securely online inclusive of all fees and costs.
2. 2. Cummings & Cummings Law, a Florida law firm, prepares the legal instruments necessary to effectuate a move your existing LLC or corporation to Florida (keeping your EIN and business history intact), prepared in full conformity with Florida law, including:
   1. a Plan of Conversion;
   2. a Unanimous Written Consent;
   3. Articles of Conversion; and
   4. Articles of Formation.
3. 3. Our attorney and CPA transmits these documents to you for your electronic review via DocuSign to transfer your business to Florida. No snail mail. If desired, speak on the phone with our attorney and CPA during a free consultation who will then address any questions you may have prior to signing regarding redomiciling your company.
4. 4. Sign your documents electronically and securely via DocuSign to redomesticate your LLC, corporation, or partnership to Florida.
5. 5. Our attorney and CPA transmits the legal documents and filing costs to the Florida Secretary of State, Division of Corporations in Tallahassee on your behalf to transfer your LLC or corporation and sends you weekly status updates via email at no additional charge to keep you in the loop.
6. 6. Once the Florida Secretary of State has approved the move of your LLC or corporation, our attorney and CPA then files articles of conversion with your prior state to finalize the redomestication.

Why choose Cummings & Cummings Law to transfer your LLC or corporation to Florida?

• ✅ Peace of mind. All your redomestication documents are prepared, reviewed, and filed by a licensed Florida attorney and CPA with Fortune 500 experience and a brick-and-mortar office, not by a fly-by-night non-attorney (and possibly illegal) online "service"
• ✅ Ease of access. Enjoy direct access to a real attorney by email during the redomiciling process, not an assistant or go-between
• ✅ Efficiency. Electronic, online filing and communication (no snail mail when possible) regarding the move and electronic signatures by DocuSign when needed
• ✅ Communication. Weekly email status updates regarding the redomestication status included at no additional charge
• ✅ Value. No other Florida attorney delivers this entire scope of work to redomesticate your LLC or corporation at a better price

Thinking of transferring your LLC or corporation to Florida without an attorney?

• ❌ Fines and penalties. It is a third degree felony to file fraudulent or misleading redomestication documents with the Florida Department of State to move your LLC or corporation. Therefore, you are potentially committing a felony if you submit articles of conversion without observing the strict, prerequisite formalities, including the preparation and execution of the accompanying articles of formation, unanimous written consent, and plan of conversion.
• ❌ Cookie cutter templates. Articles of formation, articles of conversion, unanimous written consent, and the plan of conversion are complicated legal documents with federal and state tax implications. While you might find a template online for one of these documents, you will not find fill-in-the-blank forms for all of these. Any templates or forms you do find online are likely to be incomplete and generic, thereby failing to protect you from legal and tax problems because they are not unique to your circumstance.
• ❌ Wasted time. Guessing which documents to file to redomicile your LLC or corporation without proper preparation and review by a Florida attorney can only result in wasted time and rejected filings by the Florida Secretary of State... potentially adding months of delays to your redomestication and preventing you from transferring your business.
• ❌ Wasted money. You don't run your business by throwing darts at a dartboard, so why would you simply hope that you calculated the filing costs to redomicile your LLC or corporation correctly?
• ❌ Tax and legal headaches. You wouldn't perform brain surgery on yourself, so why would you attempt to practice law on yourself? If you make a mistake or fail to prepare and execute the redomestication documents correctly (including the required articles of formation, articles of conversion, unanimous written consent, and plan of conversion), you may inadvertently terminate your business, creating significant legal and tax headaches and potentially requiring thousands of dollars (or more) to remedy... if the redomestication can be fixed at all.
• ❌ Loss of credibility. Operating in Florida without registering with the Florida Department of State is illegal and can result in a $1,000 fine and even jail time in certain circumstances, alienating current and future customers and destroying your hard-earned reputation.

You will incur substantially more time and expense in attempting to correct a transfer of your LLC, corporation, or partnership "gone wrong" than if you had retained competent legal counsel to assist you at the outset.

A person may not, in any matter within the jurisdiction of the Department of State, knowingly and willfully falsify or conceal a material fact, make any false, fictitious, or fraudulent statement or representation, or make or use any false document, knowing the same to contain any false, fictitious, or fraudulent statement or entry. A person who violates this section is guilty of a felony of the third degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082, s. 775.083 or s. 775.084. § 817.155, Fla. Stat. (emphasis added).

I am an attorney and Certified Public Accountant serving Florida.

Previously, I served in operations and finance with the world’s largest accounting firm (PricewaterhouseCoopers), airline (American Airlines), and bank (JPMorgan Chase & Co.). I have also created and advised a variety of start-up ventures.

I am a member of The Florida Bar and the State Bar of Texas, and I hold active CPA licensure in both of those jurisdictions.

I also hold undergraduate (B.B.A.) and graduate (M.S.) degrees in accounting and taxation, respectively, from one of the premier universities in Texas. I earned my Juris Doctor (J.D.) and Master of Laws (LL.M.) degrees from Florida law schools. I also hold a variety of other accounting, tax, and finance credentials which I apply in my law practice for the benefit of my clients.

My practice emphasizes, but is not limited to, the law as it intersects businesses and their owners. Clients appreciate the confluence of my business acumen from my career before law, my technical accounting and financial knowledge, and the legal insights and expertise I wield as an attorney. I live and work in Naples, Florida and represent clients throughout the great states of Florida and Texas.

If I can be of assistance to redomicile your LLC or corporation to Florida, please click here to set up a free meeting.

As the expression goes, if you think hiring a professional is expensive, wait until you hire an amateur. Do not make the costly mistake of hiring an offshore, fly-by-night, and possibly illegal online "service" to move your company. Where will they be when something goes wrong? . . . Hire an experienced attorney and CPA, knowing you are working with a credentialed professional with a brick-and-mortar office.
— Prof. Chad D. Cummings, CPA, Esq. (emphasis added)

Why Redomesticate?

• 1. Legal Violations: Failure to register with the Florida Secretary of State can result in legal violations and penalties. Operating without the necessary business entity filing may lead to fines, legal actions, or even the shutdown of the LLC, corporation, or partnership, not to mention loss of credibility and financial hardship.
• 2. Tax Consequences: The business might remain subject to taxation in both states, potentially leading to unnecessary taxation. This can significantly impact the company’s finances and result in penalties for unpaid taxes if the company fails to convert or domesticate its business entity from the former state.
• 3. Legal Liability: Operating without proper registration may limit or even eliminate the liability protection that a formal business structure, like an LLC or corporation, typically provides. Owners could be personally liable for business debts and legal claims, especially in the event of a default judgment. Under Florida law, a LLC, partnership, or corporation which is not properly registered loses its legal rights to notice in the event of a lawsuit: potentially resulting in bankruptcy and foreclosure.
• 4. Contractual Issues: The business may face challenges in entering into or enforcing contracts or agreements in Florida without the proper legal standing. This can hinder growth and expansion efforts and seriously impugn the reputation of your LLC or corporation.
• 5. Difficulty in Resolving Disputes: If legal disputes arise, the lack of proper registration can complicate the resolution process, making it challenging to protect the business’ interests and the financial wellbeing of the company's members, stockholders, or partners.

What's Included in a Redomestication of an LLC or Corporation to Florida:

• ✔️ 15 minute phone consultation with Chad D. Cummings, Florida attorney and CPA (additional time available at additional charge, if needed)
• ✔️ Preparation of articles of formation and articles of conversion to redomicile your company to Florida
• ✔️ Filing with the Florida Secretary of State to legally transfer your LLC or corporation to the Sunshine State
• ✔️ Filing a statement of domestication or conversion (as appropriate) with your former state's Secretary of State to convert your business entity from that state
• ✔️ Preparation and execution of a customized plan of conversion and unanimous written consent to legally commence the change of company domicile
• ✔️ All documents prepared, reviewed, and filed by a REAL Florida attorney and CPA (not an assistant, intern, or paralegal)
• ✔️ Weekly status updates to keep you fully apprised from start-to-finish at no additional charge

What's Available at Additional Charge, If Required:

• ➖ Tax filings, tax account closures, tax audit assistance, tax advice, and bookkeeping
• ➖ Establishing or closing professional, state, and local licenses
• ➖ Operating agreement review and revision
• ➖ Preparation and filing of IRS Form 8822-B (Change of Address for a Business)
• ➖ Florida payroll tax account creation
• ➖ Florida sales and use tax creation
• ➖ Federal trademark filing
• ➖ Preparation and filing of revised Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) report
• ➖ Change of business name
• ➖ Expedite option
• ➖ Foreign entity registration (to operate in a second state)

Why Choose Cummings & Cummings Law?

• ✔️ Enjoy peace of mind knowing that your redomestication documents to transfer your LLC or corporation are prepared, reviewed, and filed by a licensed attorney and CPA with Fortune 500 experience and a brick-and-mortar office, not by a fly-by-night non-attorney (and possibly illegal) online service
• ✔️ Direct access to a real attorney by email (also available over the phone or face-to-face by appointment) during the redomiciling to discuss the move of your LLC or corporation, not an assistant or go-between
• ✔️ Complimentary, no obligation 15 minute phone consultation available before you commit
• ✔️ Competitive, flat-fee pricing available to transfer your LLC or corporation
• ✔️ Electronic, online filing and communication (no snail mail when possible)
• ✔️ Electronic signatures on articles of formation, articles of conversion, the plan of conversion, and the unanimous written consent by DocuSign
• ✔️ Digital, flexible payment options (including cryptocurrency)
• ✔️ Status updates transmitted to you via email every Friday afternoon to keep you in the loop

Welcome to the Ultimate Guide to Moving Your LLC or Corporation to Florida:

The Critical Role of a Dual Attorney and CPA

Why Transfer or Redomesticate Your Business to Florida?

Are you looking to transfer, redomesticate, or relocate the domicile of your business to Florida? Whether you operate an LLC, corporation, or partnership, Florida has consistently ranked as one of the best states for business, thanks to its pro-business policies, diverse economy, and lack of personal income tax. As a business owner seeking to redomicile, you can take advantage of the state’s favorable environment. Our seasoned attorney-CPA can help make your transition—and formal redomestication—seamless and profitable. If you’ve been considering moving a business to Florida or moving a company to Florida , we have the expertise to guide you.

The Complexity of Moving or Redomesticating Your Business

Transferring or redomesticating a small business to another state isn’t as simple as packing up a truck and changing your address. It involves various legal and financial procedures: registering your LLC, corporation, or partnership in Florida, understanding the state’s tax laws, and complying with labor and employment regulations. This delicate process requires the guidance of a professional who is both an attorney and a CPA, well-versed in the landscape of Florida’s business environment. When moving a business to Florida or moving a company to Florida , our integrated expertise can help simplify every step.

Legal Expertise: More Than Just Filing Paperwork

A common misconception is that transferring or redomesticating a business simply involves filing the necessary paperwork with the new state. While this is a critical step, it is just the tip of the iceberg. You’ll also need to consider several legal factors, such as updating your operating agreement to reflect the relocation and domicile change, ensuring compliance with Florida business laws, and dealing with interstate litigation if issues arise during the redomestication. If moving a business to Florida or moving a company to Florida is on your horizon, understanding these legal facets is crucial.

As an experienced business attorney, our lead professional has a deep understanding of the complex legal landscape in Florida and can guide your LLC, corporation, or partnership through each step of the transfer or redomiciling process. Whether you’re moving a business to Florida or moving a company to Florida , we help ensure a seamless legal transition.

Financial Expertise: Maximizing Your Financial Efficiency

Florida’s tax structure is different from other states, which can significantly impact your LLC, corporation, or partnership once you transfer or redomesticate there. As a CPA, our lead professional has an in-depth understanding of these nuances and can help your business strategize to maximize tax efficiency. We can guide you if you’re moving a business to Florida or moving a company to Florida , showing how Florida’s lack of personal income tax and other advantages can work to your benefit.

One Firm for All Your Redomiciling Needs

By choosing our law firm, you’ll enjoy the benefits of working with a professional who is both a business attorney and a CPA. This dual expertise allows us to handle all the complexities of transferring or relocating your small business to Florida, making the process smoother and more efficient. This is crucial when moving a business to Florida or moving a company to Florida , as it saves you the trouble and expense of hiring separate professionals for your legal and accounting needs.

Conclusion

Redomiciling your small business—whether it’s an LLC, corporation, or partnership—to Florida is an exciting opportunity, and our law firm is committed to making the transfer as seamless as possible. With our unique combination of legal and accounting expertise, we can navigate the complex financial and legal terrain involved in the relocation. When you’re moving a business to Florida or moving a company to Florida , our personalized approach ensures you have support every step of the way.

Whether you’re just starting to consider a redomestication or are ready to transfer your entity immediately, we’re here to provide guidance. We pride ourselves on our personalized service, tailored to meet the specific needs of each client. Let us help you successfully redomicile your business to Florida—reach out today to learn how.

Key Takeaways:

• Florida is a highly attractive destination for small businesses due to its pro-business policies and diverse economy.
• Redomesticating or transferring your small business—be it an LLC, corporation, or partnership—to Florida involves complex legal and financial steps, requiring the guidance of an experienced attorney and CPA.
• Our law firm offers a unique, dual expertise to handle all the intricacies involved in moving, redomiciling, or relocating your business.

By partnering with us, you can make your move smoother, more efficient, and more profitable, while ensuring compliance with all Florida state laws and regulations. We simplify moving a business to Florida and moving a company to Florida by addressing every angle.

The Best of Both Worlds: Legal and Financial Services under One Roof

Operating a small business is a delicate balancing act between managing financials and navigating legal hurdles. When you’re considering a transfer, relocation, or redomicile of your business to Florida, the complexities can multiply. The advantages of working with a firm where your attorney is also a CPA are immense. Whether you are moving a business to Florida or moving a company to Florida , our integrated approach mitigates risks and streamlines your transition.

Get the Best Guidance: Expert, Integrated Services for Your Florida Redomicile

Our firm’s approach to providing integrated legal and financial services ensures we address all aspects of your relocation or redomestication to Florida. From completing the necessary paperwork for transferring your LLC, corporation, or partnership to helping you understand the state’s tax structure, our combined attorney-CPA services are designed for a seamless redomiciling. For those moving a business to Florida or moving a company to Florida , let us help you do it right from the start.

Our legal expertise is invaluable for updating your operating agreement to comply with Florida laws and dealing with any litigation issues that may arise during the redomestication. Our financial acumen ensures your business leverages Florida’s unique tax advantages and operates with maximized tax efficiency once you’ve redomiciled.

Plan Your Redomicile with Confidence

With us, you’re not just getting a service; you’re getting a strategic partner. Our goal is to use our unique blend of legal and financial expertise to help your small business thrive in its new Florida domicile. We take the time to understand your business and develop a personalized strategy for your transfer, helping you make informed decisions every step of the way.

A Seamless Transition to Your New Domicile in the Sunshine State Awaits

In conclusion, redomesticating or transferring your small business to Florida presents an exciting opportunity for growth. By engaging our law firm that combines both legal and financial expertise, you can make this move with confidence. Our integrated approach ensures a smooth, efficient, and legally sound relocation, so you can focus on what matters most—growing your business in the Sunshine State.

Embark on your new business journey with peace of mind. Reach out to us today and discover how our dual expertise can make redomesticating your small business to Florida a successful and profitable endeavor.

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Remember:

• • Florida offers a conducive environment for businesses with its favorable tax structure and pro-business policies.
  • Moving your LLC or corporation to Florida requires expert guidance in both legal and financial aspects.
  • Our law firm, led by a professional who is both an attorney and CPA, provides an integrated service to handle all the complexities involved in a business move.
  • By partnering with us, you streamline the domestication process, ensure legal compliance, and maximize financial efficiency, setting your business up for success in Florida.

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