If you no longer want to do business with your LLC, you must formally dissolve it. Failure to do so on time may result in tax bills and fines, as well as legal difficulties.
Simply follow these three procedures to dissolve an LLC in Washington:
The methods for dissolving an LLC are usually defined in the operating agreement. The following are some frequent disintegration steps:
If your LLC’s operating agreement does not include any dissolution processes, you should contact the state for further information.
Every active Washington LLC has a number of tax accounts that are managed by several offices of the Washington State government. You must first pay off any taxes and/or penalties due to these accounts before you may dissolve your LLC.
Here are some of the most typical taxes that your LLC may have to pay:
Typically, closing your tax accounts is merely submitting a final return with the relevant agency. Some accounts, however, need the submission of additional formal documentation. If you need help closing your tax accounts, you may consider hiring a Certified Public Accountant.
Articles of Dissolution, also known as Certificates of Dissolution in Washington, are the documents you use to voluntarily dissolve your LLC. Your LLC will cease to exist after this form has been submitted and processed.
Business owners in Washington must file their Certificate of Dissolution by mail, online, or in person.
You may also hire a professional to submit your Articles of Dissolution on your behalf. Incfile drafts and files the Articles of Dissolution for you for $149 + state fees.