Move your business to Texas.

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: 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 Texas, or worse, a merger, where a redomestication would have accomplished the client's goals of moving their business to Texas efficiently and effectively.

The top seven benefits of moving your company (LLC, corporation, or partnership) to Texas 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 Texas;


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 Texas;


3. 3. Continuing your existing business name (in almost every case), protecting your most important assets when moving your company to Texas: 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 Texas 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 operarions there and have permanently relocated to Texas), potentially saving you tens of thousands of dollars (or more) in state taxes every quarter when you move your business to Texas;


6. 6. Avoiding unnecessary IRS scrutiny because moving your LLC or corporation to Texas 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 Texas: 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 Texas, 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 Texas.

How to Transfer Your Company to Texas via Redomestication:

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

• ✅ Peace of mind. All your redomestication documents are prepared, reviewed, and filed by a licensed Texas 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 Texas 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 Texas without an attorney?

• ❌ Fines and penalties. It is a state jail felony to file a fraudulent or misleading redomestication document with the Texas Secretary of State to move your LLC or corporation. Therefore, you are potentially committing a felony if you submit a certificate of conversion without observing the strict, prerequisite formalities, including the preparation and execution of the accompanying certificate of formation, unanimous written consent, and plan of conversion.
• ❌ Cookie cutter templates. Certificates of formation, certificates of conversion, unanimous written consents, and the plans 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 Texas attorney can only result in wasted time and rejected filings by the Texas 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 in preparing the redomestication documents or fail to prepare and execute the documents correctly (including the required certificate of formation, certificate 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 Texas without registering with the Texas Secretary of State is illegal and can result in significant fines and penalties and a lawsuit filed by the Texas Attorney General, 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 commits an offense under section 4.008 of the BOC if the person signs or directs the filing of a filing instrument the person knows is materially false with the intent that the instrument be delivered to the secretary of state for filing. The offense is a Class A misdemeanor unless the person's intent is to harm or defraud another, in which case the offense is a state jail felony. See § 4.001 et seq., Tex. Business Organizations Code (emphasis added).

I am an attorney and Certified Public Accountant serving Texas.

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 Texas, please email me at chad@cummings.law, or 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)

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• 1. Legal Violations: Failure to register with the Texas 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. Under Texas 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 contracts or agreements in Texas 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.


Our firm focuses on redomiciling businesses to the Lone Star State. Let us handle the complexities and technicalities.

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



• ✔️ 15 minute phone consultation with Chad D. Cummings, Texas attorney and CPA (additional time available at additional charge, if needed)
• ✔️ Preparation of a certificate of formation and certificate of conversion to redomicile your company to Texas
• ✔️ Filing with the Texas Secretary of State to legally transfer your LLC or corporation to the Lone Star 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 Texas 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)
• ➖ Texas payroll tax account creation
• ➖ Texas 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 the certificate of formation, certificate of conversion, plan of conversion, and 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

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Redomesticate Your Business to Texas: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is redomestication?

Redomestication, also known as redomiciling, is the process of legally domesticating (or transferring) a business’s “home state” from one state to another. This allows the business to retain its existing name, credit, and federal employer identification number (FEIN) without creating a new entity, transferring assets between business entities, triggering federal income tax, or applying for foreign registration. For that reason, redomiciling is unique and distinct from the old-school approaches of filing as a foreign entity or merging two entities together.

2. How much do you charge?

For a one-time, flat-fee plus state filing costs, our attorney prepares and files to change the domicile of your LLC or corporation. It is important to note that many online services, and even some attorneys, omit the all-important step of drafting a custom plan of conversion–potentially resulting in a failure of the process and unforeseen tax and legal complications at the state and federal levels.
After receiving positive confirmation of the acceptance of the domestication by the Texas Secretary of State, our attorney then also prepares and files a statement of conversion (also referred to as a statement of domestication, certificate of conversion, articles of conversion, statement of domestication, or other terminology) in total compliance and formality with your former state's Secretary of State, thereby completing the domestication.
We know of no other service that will perform all of these legal services to domesticate your LLC, corporation, or partnership to Texas at this competitive price.


3. Do you offer a money-back guarantee?

Even better: if your domestication is rejected for any reason by the Texas Secretary of State and our attorney is not able to resolve the issue on your behalf, we will refund all of your filing costs plus 120% of your legal fees. No other attorney in Texas matches this promise when it comes to moving your company domicile to Texas.

4. Why should I domesticate my business to Texas?

Texas is a pro-business state with favorable tax policies and a diverse economy. By domesticating to Texas, your business may benefit from a streamlined tax structure and growth-friendly legal environment. Most Texas businesses (including many LLCs, "C corps," "S corps," and partnerships) pay no state-level income tax or franchise at all.

5. What are the federal income tax implications of redomiciling?

Redomestication is a form of non-taxable business reorganization recognized under the federal Internal Revenue Code (IRC) and Treasury Regulations. Redomesticating your business using this approach will not trigger any new federal income taxes. You will need to apprise the IRS of your new business address, or we can do that for you at a nominal, additional charge.

6. How does the redomestication process work?

First, our attorney prepares a Plan of Conversion and a legal instrument adopting that Plan of Conversion for your review and signature. It is important to note that many online services, and even some attorneys, omit this all-important step–potentially resulting in a failure of the process and unforeseen tax and legal complications. Next, our firm handles the entire process by preparing and filing special articles with the Texas Secretary of State. We also file a custom legal instrument with your former state's Secretary of State, effectively moving your business entity to Texas.

7. Do you help with local and professional business licenses?

Because of the extreme variation of local and professional licenses, we do not include those services in the flat-fee. We are pleased to assist with this bespoke service at additional charge upon request; however, many businesses will not require local or professional licenses. Please ask us if you have any questions or need additional assistance on this point.

8. Do I need to file any tax returns?

Yes, generally speaking, your tax professional should prepare and file a final tax return for your old jurisdiction. Depending on the jurisdiction, it may also be necessary for your tax professional to file one or more local, state, payroll, sales, and excise tax returns. We do not include this in the flat-fee because many small business owners already have a trusted tax professional; if, however, you need assistance with this, we will be happy to assist upon request at additional charge.

9. What are the consequences of operating a business in Texas without redomestication?

Operating in Texas without proper registration can lead to legal violations, tax penalties, and potential loss of liability protection, exposing owners to personal liability. It may also impact your ability to enter contracts or protect your business interests. We never recommend a business operate in the state without proper registration for these and other reasons.

10. How long does the redomestication process take?

Typically, the process can take between two to three months, depending on state processing times. However, it is possible for the process to be accomplished much more expeditiously depending upon your unique circumstances. In any event, our firm will keep you informed with weekly status updates throughout the process.

11. What does your flat-fee service include?

Our flat-fee service includes a 15-minute phone consultation before purchasing, a second 15-minute telephone consultation after submitting your order, preparation, review, and filing of certificates of formation and conversion with the Texas Secretary of State, and preparation, review, and filing of articles of conversion with the Secretary of State of your former state. Additional services are available at an extra charge. All documents are prepared, reviewed, and filed by a licensed Texas attorney and Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

12. Are there any additional costs or services that may be needed?

Yes, additional services such as tax filings and payroll or sales tax registrations in Texas are available for an extra fee if required for your business. However, these will not be required in many cases, and many small business owners choose to handle these tasks for themselves or work with their existing tax professional.

13. Why should I use a licensed Texas attorney and Certified Public Accountant (CPA) instead of an online service?

By hiring a licensed attorney and CPA, you gain the peace of mind that comes with credentialed legal expertise. We are a traditional, full-service law practice with a brick-and-mortar office, ensuring accountability and protection if questions arise during the redomestication process. All work, including all client communication, is handled by a dually-licensed Texas attorney and CPA—not an apprentice, assistant, or go-between.

14. Can I schedule a consultation before committing to the service?

Yes, we offer a complimentary, optional 15-minute phone consultation to discuss transferring an LLC or corporation to Texas before starting the redomestication process. We also offer an additional, optional 15-minute phone consultation after receiving your order. Additional consultation time is available at charge.

15. How do I start the process of transferring my business to Texas?

You can redomicile your company now by inputting your business name and clicking "Next," completing the 100% online workflow, and making a secure payment. Our attorney will then contact you to confirm receipt of your order and set to work on preparing the legal instruments, ensuring a smooth and legally compliant transition.

16. Do I have to print and sign anything? How do I pay?

There is no need to print and sign any documents, except in extremely rare circumstances. Normally, we can utilize DocuSign to obtain signatures on required documents, and in any event, you can complete the online order process on this website in less than five minutes. All payments are submitted at the conclusion of the order process on this website using secure, encrypted payment processing. We also accept cryptocurrency, personal checks, and business checks by special, advanced arrangement.

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

The Critical Role of a Dual Attorney and CPA




Why Transfer or Redomesticate Your Business to Texas?

Are you looking to transfer, redomesticate, or relocate the domicile of your business to Texas? Whether you operate an LLC, corporation, or partnership, Texas 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 Texas or moving a company to Texas , 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 Texas, 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 Texas’s business environment. When moving a business to Texas or moving a company to Texas , 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 Texas business laws, and dealing with interstate litigation if issues arise during the redomestication. If moving a business to Texas or moving a company to Texas 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 Texas and can guide your LLC, corporation, or partnership through each step of the transfer or redomiciling process. Whether you’re moving a business to Texas or moving a company to Texas , we help ensure a seamless legal transition.

Financial Expertise: Maximizing Your Financial Efficiency

Texas’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 Texas or moving a company to Texas , showing how Texas’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 Texas, making the process smoother and more efficient. This is crucial when moving a business to Texas or moving a company to Texas , 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 Texas 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 Texas or moving a company to Texas , 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 Texas—reach out today to learn how.

Key Takeaways:

• Texas 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 Texas 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 Texas state laws and regulations. We simplify moving a business to Texas and moving a company to Texas 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 Texas, 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 Texas or moving a company to Texas , our integrated approach mitigates risks and streamlines your transition.

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

Our firm’s approach to providing integrated legal and financial services ensures we address all aspects of your relocation or redomestication to Texas. 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 Texas or moving a company to Texas , let us help you do it right from the start.

Our legal expertise is invaluable for updating your operating agreement to comply with Texas laws and dealing with any litigation issues that may arise during the redomestication. Our financial acumen ensures your business leverages Texas’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 Texas 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 Lone Star State Awaits

In conclusion, redomesticating or transferring your small business to Texas 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 Lone Star 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 Texas a successful and profitable endeavor.

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Remember:

• • Texas offers a conducive environment for businesses with its favorable tax structure and pro-business policies.
  • Moving your LLC or corporation to Texas 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 Texas.

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