INSTRUCTIONS: CERTIFICATE OF LIMITED PARTNERSHIP 531A

Use this form to form a domestic limited partnership in the state of Ohio.  The form is easy to complete, but you should still consult with an attorney before completing this form. 

“Certificate of Limited Partnership 531A Step 1”

List the name of the limited partnership on the first line of this form.  Make sure the name contains one of the following words or abbreviations: limited partnership, limited, or ltd.

“Certificate of Limited Partnership 531A Step 2”

Provide the address for the limited partnership’s principal place of business in the next section.  Make sure you include the city, state and zip code. 

“Certificate of Limited Partnership 531A Step 3”

If you want to delay the effective date after the Secretary of State approves the limited partnership, provide an effective date on this form no later than 90 days after filing. 

“Certificate of Limited Partnership 531A Step 4”

Provide the name and business or residential address for each general partner at the bottom of the first page.  If additional space is needed, attach an additional sheet. 

“Certificate of Limited Partnership 531A Step 5”

List the name of the limited partnership as it will appear under the Secretary of State at the top of the second page.  Then, provided the name and mailing address for the statutory agent.  You also need to complete the Acceptance of Appointment on the second page.  Again, list the name of the limited partnership, and make sure the statutory agent provides  a signature. 

“Certificate of Limited Partnership 531A Step 6”

All of the general partners need to sign the last page of this form.  Make sure to provide a printed name and date of signature.  If additional space is needed, attach a separate sheet. 

“Certificate of Limited Partnership 531A Step 7”

The minimum filing fee for this form is $125.00.  If you want expedited service, add $100 to the filing fee and make payable to Ohio Secretary of State.  For expedited service, use the following address:

Ohio Secretary of State

PO Box 1390

Columbus, OH 43216

For regular service, use this address:

Ohio Secretary of State

PO Box 670

Columbus, OH 43216

INSTRUCTIONS: ARIZONA RESIDENT PARTNER'S SHARE OF ADJUSTMENT TO PARTNERSHIP INCOME (Form 165 Schedule K-1)

To document a resident partner's share of adjustment to partnership income in Arizona, a Schedule K-1 is filed along with form 165. This document can be obtained from the website maintained by the Arizona Department of Revenue.

Arizona Resident Partner's Share Of Adjustment To Partnership Income 165 Schedule K-1 Step 1: If you are not filing for the calendar year printed on the form, enter the beginning and ending dates of your fiscal year.

Arizona Resident Partner's Share Of Adjustment To Partnership Income 165 Schedule K-1 Step 2: Indicate with a check mark whether this is an original or amended form.

Arizona Resident Partner's Share Of Adjustment To Partnership Income 165 Schedule K-1 Step 3: Indicate with a check mark whether you are filing on a calendar year or fiscal year basis.

Arizona Resident Partner's Share Of Adjustment To Partnership Income 165 Schedule K-1 Step 4: In the first blank box, enter the partner's identifying number.

Arizona Resident Partner's Share Of Adjustment To Partnership Income 165 Schedule K-1 Step 5: In the second blank box, enter the partner's employer identification number.

Arizona Resident Partner's Share Of Adjustment To Partnership Income 165 Schedule K-1 Step 6: In the third blank box, enter the partner's name, address and zip code.

Arizona Resident Partner's Share Of Adjustment To Partnership Income 165 Schedule K-1 Step 7: In the fourth blank box, enter the partnership's name, address and zip code.

Arizona Resident Partner's Share Of Adjustment To Partnership Income 165 Schedule K-1 Step 8: Enter the partner's percentage of profit sharing before the change or termination in the first column and at the end of the year in the second column of the table provided.

Arizona Resident Partner's Share Of Adjustment To Partnership Income 165 Schedule K-1 Step 9: On the second line of the table, enter the partner's share of loss sharing before the change and termination in the first column and at the end of the year in the second column.

Arizona Resident Partner's Share Of Adjustment To Partnership Income 165 Schedule K-1 Step 10: Enter the partner's percentage of ownership of capital in before the change and termination in the first column and at the end of the year in the second column. Complete lines 1 through 3 as directed.

INSTRUCTIONS: ARIZONA NONRESIDENT AND OUT-OF-STATE PARTNER'S SHARE OF INCOME AND DEDUCTIONS (Form 165 Schedule K-1(NR))

To document a nonresident or out-of-state partner's share of income and deductions from an Arizona partnership, a schedule K-1(NR) is filed along with form 165. This document can be obtained from the website maintained by the Arizona Department of Revenue.

Arizona Nonresident And Out-Of-State Partner's Share Of Income And Deductions 165 Schedule K-1(NR) Step 1: Indicate whether this is an original or amended return with a check mark.

Arizona Nonresident And Out-Of-State Partner's Share Of Income And Deductions 165 Schedule K-1(NR) Step 2: Indicate whether you are filing for the calendar year listed on the form or a fiscal year basis. If the latter, give your beginning and ending dates.

Arizona Nonresident And Out-Of-State Partner's Share Of Income And Deductions 165 Schedule K-1(NR) Step 3: Enter the partner's identifying number in the first box.

Arizona Nonresident And Out-Of-State Partner's Share Of Income And Deductions 165 Schedule K-1(NR) Step 4: Enter the partner's employer identification number in the second box.

Arizona Nonresident And Out-Of-State Partner's Share Of Income And Deductions 165 Schedule K-1(NR) Step 5: Enter the partner's name, address and zip code in the third box.

Arizona Nonresident And Out-Of-State Partner's Share Of Income And Deductions 165 Schedule K-1(NR) Step 6: Enter the partnership's name, address and zip code in the fourth box.

Arizona Nonresident And Out-Of-State Partner's Share Of Income And Deductions 165 Schedule K-1(NR) Step 7: On the first line of the table below, enter the partner's percentage of profit sharing.

Arizona Nonresident And Out-Of-State Partner's Share Of Income And Deductions 165 Schedule K-1(NR) Step 8: On the second line of the table, enter the partner's percentage of loss sharing.

Arizona Nonresident And Out-Of-State Partner's Share Of Income And Deductions 165 Schedule K-1(NR) Step 9: On the third line of the table, enter the partner's percentage of ownership of capital.

Arizona Nonresident And Out-Of-State Partner's Share Of Income And Deductions 165 Schedule K-1(NR) Step 10: Enter the type of partner.

Arizona Nonresident And Out-Of-State Partner's Share Of Income And Deductions 165 Schedule K-1(NR) Step 11: Complete the tables in Part I and Part II as instructed on the second page of the document.