Document Retrieval Services
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RASi processes numerous document retrieval requests on a daily basis. We understand the importance of retrieving these documents in a timely manner, as many of these certificates and charter documents are necessary in supporting the completion of other corporate transactions. RASi can obtain certificates and documents from any state, the District of Columbia, as well as internationally. RASi is familiar with the state procedures and expedite options that may be available to you in obtaining your documents. Contact our Client Services Department to place an order at anytime.Certificates Of Good Standing
Although a company can request a variety of official certificates from state agencies, the most common type of certificate obtained is the "Certificate of Good Standing" which is also commonly referred to as a "Certificate of Authorization" or "Certificate of Status" or "Certificate of Existence." This certificate is an official legal document that proves a company to be incorporated and authorized to transact business within that state. A certificate can be obtained from the domestic state or any foreign state(s) where the company has qualified to conduct business. These certificates are often required to accompany foreign qualifications or registrations as supporting documentation.
Charter Documents
Charter documents are essentially the formation documents of a company, such as the Articles of Incorporation or Articles of Organization. In many corporate transactions, such as foreign qualifications, a state may require the company to provide a copy of these documents. Although these documents can be ordered as a "plain copy" or "certified copy," in most cases a certified copy is required. When a state provides a company with a certified copy of charter documents, the company is receiving the exact copy of the documents on file with that particular state (domestic or foreign). These documents are often used in corporate transactions, financial transactions, for the purpose of opening bank accounts, and often required when filing a fictitious business name or assumed name on behalf of a company.
Tax Clearances
A "Tax Clearance" is a certificate issued by a state's Department of Revenue (sometimes called the Department of Taxation or the Department of Treasury) that provides any outstanding tax liabilities. Many states require a company to obtain a tax clearance proving the company is current and compliant with its taxes before proceeding with various corporate transactions including the sale of a business or the withdrawal or dissolution of a company. The tax clearance itself does not constitute the withdrawal or dissolution of a company; it is often required as supporting documentation for other corporate documents filed in the process of closing a business. Additionally, a tax clearance is often required when a company elects to file a reinstatement for the purpose of receiving authority to transact business within a state again.