Don’t Just Start a Business, Solve A Problem

As long as consumers have problems, they will always search for solutions. People will always look for better, faster and smarter ways to accomplish everyday tasks. And fortunately for entrepreneurs, there are still lots of rooms for improvements in existing products. That said, the biggest issue for most founders is finding these painful problems and […]

Benefits of Hiring DBS as your Agent for Service of Process

Who is required to have an Agent for Service of Process? All entities such as corporations and LLC’s are required to have a registered Agent for Service of Process. Whether you are starting a brand new California entity or registering to do business in California, the state requires your business to have an appointed Agent […]

Need a CA Apostille

What is a CA Apostille? An apostille is a form authentication/certification issued by the Secretary of State when you need to use your documents outside of the country. Depending on the destination, the Secretary of State will determine if you get a certification or apostille. It is crucial to note that the CA apostille has […]

California Secretary of State and our office closed July 3, 2015

The California Secretary of State and our office will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2015 in observance of Independence Day. We will resume business on Monday, July 6, 2015.

California Secretary of State and our office closed on May 25, 2015

  The California Secretary of State and our office will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2015 in observance of Memorial Day. We will resume business on Tuesday, May 26, 2015.

Statement of Information Special!

Do you need to file your Statement of Information? This month Diversified Business Solutions, Inc. is running a Statement of Information Special.   What is a Statement of Information? Statement of Information is a filing that will update the Secretary of State of any changes to your business. Depending on whether you are an LLC or Coporation, it will update […]

Reviving an LLC in California

Reviving an LLC in California So, you just received a suspension notice from the Secretary of State regarding your LLC, what does this mean? An LLC may be suspended for a number of reasons. The California Secretary of State Office and the Franchise Tax Board are the two main bodies responsible for LLC suspension. LLCs are required […]

How to Revive a Corporation in California

Revive a Corporation in California Why is my corporation suspended? A corporation may be suspended for a number of reasons. The California Secretary of State Office and the Franchise Tax Board are the two main bodies responsible for corporation suspension. Corporations are required to file annual Statement of Information forms to the Secretary of State. […]

Advantages of a Corporation

Are you thinking about starting a corporation in California? Here are some advantages of a corporation. First of all, What is a corporation? A Corporation is a business entity that is legally separate from it’s owners. Thus, a corporation is seen as a legal “person” that can pay taxes, enter into contracts, and incur debts separate from its owners. You […]

California Secretary of State Closed March 31, 2015

The California Secretary of State will be closed on Tuesday, March 31, 2015 in observance of César Chávez Day. We will remain open and documents will be filed the following business day.