Wisconsin Articles of Incorporation: A Comprehensive Guide

When it comes to starting a business in Wisconsin, one of the most important steps is filing articles of incorporation with the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions. In this article, we will provide a comprehensive guide on how to file articles of incorporation in Wisconsin, including the required information and fees.

Articles of incorporation are a legal document that is filed with the state to form a corporation. The document provides information about the corporation, including its name, purpose, and management structure. In Wisconsin, articles of incorporation must be filed with the Department of Financial Institutions, which is responsible for regulating businesses in the state.

To file articles of incorporation in Wisconsin, you will need to provide the following information:

• Corporation name
• Purpose of the corporation
• Name and address of the registered agent
• Name and address of the incorporators
• Number of shares of stock the corporation is authorized to issue
• Par value of the shares
• Whether the corporation is a profit or non-profit corporation

In addition to the required information, you will also need to pay a filing fee, which is currently $100 for a profit corporation and $20 for a non-profit corporation.

Once you have filed your articles of incorporation, you will need to obtain a federal tax identification number from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). You will also need to obtain a state tax identification number from the Wisconsin Department of Revenue.

In this article, we will provide a step-by-step guide on how to file articles of incorporation in Wisconsin, including the required information and fees. We will also provide information on how to obtain a federal tax identification number and a state tax identification number.