INSTRUCTIONS: WYOMING LIMITED PARTNERSHIP CERTIFICATE OF LIMITED PARTNERSHIP

To establish a limited partnership in Wyoming, you must send an application to the secretary of state. This certificate is an application available on the website of the Wyoming Secretary of State.

Wyoming Limited Partnership Certificate Of Limited Partnership Step 1: In section one, give the name of the limited partnership, which must contain the words "Limited Partnership" in non-abbreviated form.

Wyoming Limited Partnership Certificate Of Limited Partnership Step 2: Section two asks you for the name and physical address of your limited partnership's registered agent. A Wyoming resident or any business entity authorized to act in the state may act in this capacity. If they have a suite number, make sure that you include this.

Wyoming Limited Partnership Certificate Of Limited Partnership Step 3: In section three, give the mailing address of the limited partnership.

Wyoming Limited Partnership Certificate Of Limited Partnership Step 4: In section four, give your limited partnership's principal office address.

Wyoming Limited Partnership Certificate Of Limited Partnership Step 5: In section five, give the name and business address of every partner.

Wyoming Limited Partnership Certificate Of Limited Partnership Step 6: In section six, list the amount of cash in the partnership. Provide a description of property and services which have been contributed, as well as their agreed-upon value. Also list any property and services which will be contributed at a later date.

Wyoming Limited Partnership Certificate Of Limited Partnership Step 7: In section seven, give the latest date on which the partnership will be dissolved. 

Wyoming Limited Partnership Certificate Of Limited Partnership Step 8: At least one and up to three general partners may sign and date the form.

Wyoming Limited Partnership Certificate Of Limited Partnership Step 9: Provide the name, phone number and email address of someone who can act as a contact person if there are problems processing your form.

Wyoming Limited Partnership Certificate Of Limited Partnership Step 10: The last page is to be completed by your registered agent to confirm that they agree to act in this capacity on your behalf. 

Wyoming Limited Partnership Certificate Of Limited Partnership Step 11: Submit the form along with a money order or check for $100, which will cover the filing fee. This must be addressed to the "Wyoming Secretary of State."

INSTRUCTIONS: CERTIFICATE OF LIMITED PARTNERSHIP MI 401

“Certificate of Limited Partnership MI 401 Step 1”

State the name of the limited partnership in section 1.  The state requires the name to contain the term “limited partnership” or an appropriate abbreviation.  List the limited partnership’s general purpose in section 2

“Certificate of Limited Partnership MI 401 Step 2”

Provide the address where the limited partnership’s records are filed.  Provide the registered agent’s name and address in section 3b-c. 

“Certificate of Limited Partnership MI 401 Step 3”

List the powers and limitations for a limited partner in section 4.  If additional space is needed, attach a separate form. 

“Certificate of Limited Partnership MI 401 Step 4”

List specific cases or times when a general partner can terminate a limited partnership.  Provide the conditions for the termination as well in section 5a.  State when a limited partner can terminate a membership in section 5b.  If a limited partner can receive distributions of real property or cash not specified in section 5b, provide these rights in section 6. 

“Certificate of Limited Partnership MI 401 Step 5”

If the limited partner can receive any part or all of their initial contribution, provide these conditions in section 7 unless specified in section 5b. 

“Certificate of Limited Partnership MI 401 Step 6”

Provide specific times or events when the limited partnership will dissolve or the goal of the partnership is fulfilled in section 8. 

“Certificate of Limited Partnership MI 401 Step 7”

If the general partner has a right to carry on business after another general partner leaves, provide the conditions in section 9.  If any other matters need presented, include the terms in section 10. 

“Certificate of Limited Partnership MI 401 Step 8”

Complete section 11 for each general or limited partner.  Follow the instructions below:

1.       Indicate type of partner

2.       Partner’s name

3.       Street address

4.       Amounts and types of contributions from limited partner

5.       Values of future contributions from limited partner

6.       Description of contributions

7.       Time and events that require contributions

8.       Partner’s signature

9.       Date of Signature

“Certificate of Limited Partnership MI 401 Step 9”

The filing fee is $10.00, but expedited service will cost more.  Pay by check, money order, or credit card and make payable to State of MichiganYou can file this form, electronically, by mail, or in person. 

INSTRUCTIONS: FL PARTNERSHIP REGISTRATION STATEMENT

This form allows two or more individuals and/or business entities to form a partnership in the state of Florida.  If additional help is needed with this form, you should hire an attorney.

“FL Partnership Registration Statement Step 1”

Provide the name of the partnership on the first line of the form.  Make sure the name of the partnership is not already registered under the Florida Department of State. 

“FL Partnership Registration Statement Step 2”

List the state and county of the partnership’s formation in part 2.  List the partnership’s federal employer identification (FEI) number in part 3.

“FL Partnership Registration Statement Step 3”

List the street address for the chief executive office in part 4.  Provide the street number, street name, city, state, zip code, and country if outside of the US. 

“FL Partnership Registration Statement Step 4”

If a principal office exists within the state of Florida, list the street address for the office in part 5.  Otherwise, leave this section blank.

“FL Partnership Registration Statement Step 5”

Check the appropriate box in part 6.  Check the first box if you’re attaching a list of names and mailing address for all partners and Florida registration numbers for business entities.  Check the second box if a registered agent is responsible for maintaining a similar list. 

“FL Partnership Registration Statement Step 6”

Provide the name and street address for the registered agent in the second section of part 6.  Provide a Florida registration number if the registered agent is a business entity.  If any of the partners are business entities, provide the name of the entity and their Florida registration number in the third section of part 6. 

“FL Partnership Registration Statement Step 7”

If the partnership wants to postpone the effective date, provide a specific date in part 7.  Two partners need to provide their signatures at the bottom of this form and print their name below their signature. 

“FL Partnership Registration Statement Step 8”

The partnership needs to provide a cover sheet with this form.  Provide the name of the partnership at the top of the form and a name and contact information for correspondence. 

“FL Partnership Registration Statement Step 9”

Provide a minimum filing fee of $50.00 with this form.  If you’re mailing the form, use the following address:

Registration Section

Division of Corporations

Clifton Building

2661 Executive Center Circle

Tallahassee, Florida 32301

INSTRUCTIONS: NV PARTNERSHIP APPLICATION

Use this form if you’re applying for a partnership in the state of Nevada and you want to submit the documents by mail.  DO NOT use this form if you are exempt from requirements under NRS 76.020.  If you’re exempt from licensing requirements under the mentioned statute, file a State Business License Exemption form with the Secretary of State. 

“NV Partnership Application Step 1”

A partner of the names partnership needs to sign the first part of this form.  The statement states the applicant believes all of the information on the form is accurate and complete and that false and forged statements qualify as a category C felony.  The partner needs to provide their first name, last name, title, and date of signature as well. 

“NV Partnership Application Step 2”

In part 2, state the name of the partnership.  If the partnership is a limited liability limited partnership, limited partnership, or a professional partnership, the proposed name must qualify under state law.  Ask and attorney for more information. 

“NV Partnership Application Step 3”

If there are any other business entities joining the partnership, list the entity names in part 3.  Up to 4 business entities can join the partnership in Nevada. 

“NV Partnership Application Step 4”

List the physical street address of the partnership’s principle office—even if out of state—in part 4.  If the mailing address is different from the physical address, list the mailing address in part 5. 

“NV Partnership Application Step 5”

Provide a phone number for the partnership, along with an email address for electronic notices.  Check the box in part 7 if you want to receive notices electronically.  If you do not check the box, notices will arrive by mail. 

“NV Partnership Application Step 6”

Provide a taxpayer identification number in part 8.  Do not list a social security number in any case. 

“NV Partnership Application Step 7”

The filing fee for this form is $200.00, and expedited service will cost more.  Make the check payable to Secretary of State and send the forms to the following address:

Secretary of State

202 North Carson Street

Carson City, Nevada 89701-4201

If the form is unsigned, incomplete, or inaccurate, the applicant will receive a returned form.  The filing fee is nonrefundable so make sure the form is complete and accurate.  Consider speaking with an attorney while filing this form. 

INSTRUCTIONS: TENNESSEE GENERAL PARTNERSHIP (STATEMENT OF PARTNERSHIP AUTHORITY) 

To form a general partnership in the state of Tennessee, you will need to file a statement of partnership authority. This form is processed by the Secretary of State and is available on the website of the government of Tennessee. This document is not mandatory for use. The Secretary of State will process a statement of partnership authority drafted by the business in question.

Tennessee General Partnership (Statement Of Partnership Authority) Step 1: Question one asks for the name of the general partnership.

Tennessee General Partnership (Statement Of Partnership Authority) Step 2: Question two asks for the street address of your chief executive office.

Tennessee General Partnership (Statement Of Partnership Authority) Step 3: Question three asks for the street address of one of your Tennessee offices, if applicable.

Tennessee General Partnership (Statement Of Partnership Authority) Step 4: Question four asks for the names of all partners who are authorized to execute instruments related to real property owned by the partnership.

Tennessee General Partnership (Statement Of Partnership Authority) Step 5: Question five should only be completed if you need to describe the authority or limitations thereof of some or all partners to perform other transactions on behalf of the partnership. 

Tennessee General Partnership (Statement Of Partnership Authority) Step 6: Two partners must sign and print their name, as well as providing the date. 

Tennessee General Partnership (Statement Of Partnership Authority) Step 7: A filing fee of $20 must be submitted along with this statement of partnership authority. This may be paid with a check, money order or bank draft.

Tennessee General Partnership (Statement Of Partnership Authority) Step 8: Unless dissolved earlier, the partnership will be cancelled five years after it takes effect or five years after the most recent amendment concerning it has been filed.

Tennessee General Partnership (Statement Of Partnership Authority) Step 9: At a later date, the statement may be amended or canceled by any person who signed it by submitting an amendment or cancellation. This statement should contain the name of the partnership, identify the statement earlier filed, and give a summary of the proposed amendment or cancellation. A standardized Amendment/Cancellation of Partnership Statement form is provided by the Secretary of State. A $20 filing fee will be assessed for processing this statement.

INSTRUCTIONS: TEXAS CERTIFICATE OF FORMATION FOR-PROFIT CORPORATION (Form 201)

Texas for-profit corporations must file a certificate of formation with the secretary of state to conduct their business. This form 201 is available on the website of the Texas Secretary of State.

Texas Certificate Of Formation For-Profit Corporation 201 Step 1: Article 1 requires you to give the name and type of your business, such as corporation or company.

Texas Certificate Of Formation For-Profit Corporation 201 Step 2: Article 2 requires you to provide information about your business' registered agent and their office.

Texas Certificate Of Formation For-Profit Corporation 201 Step 3: Article 3 requires you to give the names and addresses of all company directors. 

Texas Certificate Of Formation For-Profit Corporation 201 Step 4: Article 4 requires you to detail how many shares will be issued. Indicate their par value or whether there will not be any.

Texas Certificate Of Formation For-Profit Corporation 201 Step 5: Note any supplemental provisions or information in the box where indicated.

Texas Certificate Of Formation For-Profit Corporation 201 Step 6: Give the name and address of the organizer of this form where indicated.

Texas Certificate Of Formation For-Profit Corporation 201 Step 7: Under "Effectiveness Of Filing," indicate whether you wish for this document to take effect as soon as it is filed by the office of the Secretary of State or on another date. If so, give the date.

Texas Certificate Of Formation For-Profit Corporation 201 Step 8: The organizer should print and sign their name at the bottom of the second page, along with the date.

Texas Certificate Of Formation For-Profit Corporation 201 Step 9: The application should be submitted in duplicate to the office of the Texas Secretary of State by mail, max or in person. The appropriate addresses and numbers are included in the instructions.

Texas Certificate Of Formation For-Profit Corporation 201 Step 10: A $300 filing fee must be paid when this application is submitted. Payment may be made by check, money order, debit or credit cards. If submitting your application by fax, credit card information must be included in this transmission. 

Texas Certificate Of Formation For-Profit Corporation 201 Step 11: A file-stamped copy of one of the copies of the application will be returned once it has been processed and approved.