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The 2013 UCC Revised Article 9 Amendments Are Almost Here – Have no Fear! Part Three: Naming a Registered Businesses as a Debtor

UCC, Revised Article 9

Some regular readers of the blog have mentioned that they are feeling a bit apprehensive about the changes to Revised Article 9. In response, FCS has started a blog series to break down the major points of the amendments and help eliminate some of the anxiety UCC filers may be experiencing. This week’s topic is UCC Section 9-503(a)(1) which involves how to properly list a registered business as a debtor. UCC Section 9-503(a) (1):…READ MORE


The 2013 UCC Revised Article 9 Amendments Are Almost Here – Have no Fear! Part Two: Correction Statements to Become Information Statements

UCC, Revised Article 9

The 2010 amendments to Revised Article 9 of the Uniform Commercial Code (RA9) are set to go into effect in only a few short months. Some FCS customers and regular readers of the blog have mentioned that they’re a little nervous and have requested additional information. Happy to help, FCS has started a blog series to break down the major points of the amendments and try to eliminate some of the anxiety UCC filers may be feeling about the…READ MORE


The 2013 UCC Revised Article 9 Amendments Are Almost Here – Have no Fear! Part One: Maintaining Perfection Following Debtor Relocation

UCC, Revised Article 9

As most of you are probably aware, state filing offices are in the process of reviewing and approving a set of proposed amendments to Revised Article 9 (RA9) of the Uniform Commercial Code, collectively referred to as the 2010 Revised Article 9 Amendments, and going into effect July 1, 2013. Change can be scary. So this week FCS begins a blog series where we break down the major points of the proposed amendments and try to eliminate some…READ MORE


Expert Tips on Avoiding Business Entity Filing Rejections

UCC, Corporate

Timing is critical when filing business entity documents . In many cases, proof of filing is a necessary step towards accomplishing other important tasks such as entering into contracts or opening a business bank account. Whether filing original formation documents or other papers related to the maintenance of a business entity, a rejected document can cost a filer time they can’t really afford to lose. There are many reasons why a filing…READ MORE