How to Find Ownership Information of a Company
- Use the Ohio Secretary of State’s Business Search to check if a business is registered in Ohio.
- Search the article of organization to find who owns a limited liability company (LLC).
Other sources include:
- Search county land records to see property ownership.
- Contact the tax assessor’s office or recorder of deeds for this information.
- Check if the business has a website for contact details.
Importance of Knowing Company Ownership
- Limited liability companies must disclose ownership for accountability and legal compliance.
Checking Company Registration in Ohio
- Visit the Ohio Secretary of State website and use the business name search tool to verify a company’s legal registration.
- Register your business name before use. Apply for an EIN for your Ohio LLC, which is free from the IRS.
Registering an Ohio LLC and Obtaining an EIN
- Ohio provides business records and registration assistance through the Secretary of State’s website.
- Check the availability of your desired business name before registration.
- Public companies file with the SEC, and EDGAR system archives their registration statements.
Checking Registration Status
- Visit the MCA website and enter the CIN and captcha to view the company/LLP master data and verify registration status.
Importance of Entity Numbers and EINs
- An entity number in Ohio is essential for tax filing, banking, and privacy purposes.
- EINs serve as federal tax IDs that facilitate various business operations for LLCs.