Nov 4, 2009
What are the basic things I need to form my company and get started?
You will need to form the company by filing a certificate of incorporation in Delaware or articles of incorporation in Massachusetts. You will also need (a) the initial consent of the incorporator which appoints the initial director or directors, (b) the initial consent of directors approving the bylaws, the form of stock certificate, and certain other basic matters, (c) the stock certificates representing your ownership, and (d) a corporate seal.
At the time of incorporation, there are also some tax matters to consider. You should apply for an employer identification number from the IRS. In addition we may advise you to consider Subchapter S election or a Section 83(b) election under the Internal Revenue Code