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The document provides instructions for filing Articles of Incorporation for a profit corporation in Florida, detailing the necessary components required by Florida Statutes Chapter 607 and 621. It emphasizes the importance of legal counsel, outlines the filing process, and specifies the information needed in the articles, such as corporate name, principal address, purpose, share structure, and details about directors and registered agents. Additionally, it includes information on annual report requirements and associated fees.

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In Article I, enter the name of your corporation, ensuring it includes a corporate suffix such as 'Inc.' or 'Corp.'
For Article II, provide the principal place of business and mailing address. Remember, the principal address must be a street address.
In Article III, specify the purpose of your corporation. Be clear and concise about its intended activities.
Fill out Article IV by stating the number of shares your corporation is authorized to issue.
Complete Article V with the names, addresses, and titles of your initial officers/directors if applicable.
In Article VI, input the name and Florida street address of your registered agent. Ensure they sign in the designated area.
Finally, in Article VII, provide the name and address of the incorporator who will submit this document for filing.

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What is the purpose of the certificate of authority?

A Certificate of Authority shows that you are authorized to do business in a state other than your original formation state. A Certificate of Authority is a requirement in most states.

What is a Florida certificate of authority?

(1) A certificate of authority authorizes the foreign corporation to which it is issued to conduct its affairs in this state subject, however, to the right of the Department of State to suspend or revoke the certificate as provided in this act.

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Proof of Authority (PoA) is a consensus mechanism used in secure digital ledger networks where transactions and block creation are validated by approved accounts, known as validators. PoA is often employed in permissioned-based DLT networks where the identity of participants is known and trusted.

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