Business

Forming a New Corporation

Published

5 years ago

June 3, 2020

Matthew Wiles

How Do I Form a New Corporation?

The First Step

It is a big step to decide to start your own corporation. It can be a lot to think about. You don’t want anything to slip through the cracks or be an afterthought, but where do you start? There is so much to plan and think about. Here is a simplified guide to through your first steps in getting your corporation approved and off the ground.

TRUiC CEO Nagabhushanam “Bobby” Peddi says the company has helped more than 250 000 people who face difficult decisions by providing simple and useful information. Their site that is full of free guides, recently passed the 1M traffic mark as America is getting back to work and business.

First things first, what is the name of your corporation? There are some rules on naming Corporations you’ll want to be mindful of. For example, you can’t use anything banking related (Bank, Trust, etc) unless you get approval ahead of time. You also can’t use anything that would confuse with government agencies (Treasury, State Department, Etc.) You’re going to want to try to find something unique that communicates the type of business you are aiming for. The website TRUiC (The Really Useful Information Company) has a name generator to help if you are stuck. Be Sure to visit their site https://startupsavant.com/how-to-form-a-corporation. This will also help you make sure a domain name is available for your website coinciding with the name of your business. If you want to operate under a name different from the company’s legal name, you’d have to set up a DBA (Doing Business As) as well.

You’ll also want to think about taxes and find some information on this. You may refer to an accountant for guidance as there are different rules for corporations regarding taxes and even tax breaks you can get. You’ll need someone on hand that can help with your tax questions and prepare you for what you’ll need to handle. This will affect your bottom line, so this may be something to think about when in the planning stages of your business. This plays a role in your company the same way operating cost does.

Finding an Agent

Once you’ve got all that sorted out, you’ll want to connect with a Registered Agent. This person will guide you through processes to get your business going and assist you in working with the government to meet all the requirements to start your corporation. Some people even hire a service to do this work for them instead of an individual as this at times has its own perks. These agents will communicate with the government on your behalf and help make sure all your documents are in compliance with government standards. If they need to, they’ll get in touch with you for revisions and clarification to make the process go smoothly. This may add some time to your process, but ensuring the documentation and planning is correct will help in the long run. Michael Stemley, accountant and author says that “most of my clients who are HNWI’s prefer to use an agent – it just makes more sense to them, because it is about convenience and protection”.

Directors and Shareholders

As The next thing you’re going to want to do is start looking for your initial directors and shareholders. Corporations are run by a combination of management and shareholders who decide what moves the company makes and how. Until you have your shareholders in place, you can select an initial director to help select and review bylaws and more. After the shareholders are in place, a meeting will be called to create formation documents. At this meeting directors will be appointed. After the meeting, the formation documents will be filed with the state. This process could take some time so it is ok to start thinking about the next steps and working toward your goals while you wait. Once these documents are approved, you’ll officially have a corporation and can then file for an EIN number. The EIN number is important to work with your company’s taxes and so you can begin hiring employees. This number will be on your tax paperwork and your employees w2 forms. You’ll need to set up a company bank account with this to do your banking from such as paying taxes.

What’s Next?

One business owner Marco Antonio Henriquez Moreno who succeeded in establishing a huge fashion brand “Marcoahz”, says that “Once you started a business, there will always be lots of ongoing changes that require specialist advice. Things you could not have imagined during the planning phase. So planning is continuous and dynamic. My preference is always to ask an expert and get things done right”.

So it is fair to say: now that you’ve made a start – you’ve gotten your corporation started and have to do the rest of the work. This is where you’ll start implementing policies and procedures, looking for staff, and really putting your business together. You’ll need to start working on how to smoothly run your corporation. You’ll start working on rules and policies, roles of directors and management, how records are kept, how disputes are handled, how bylaws will be added. There are still so many things to think about now that your corporation has been approved. The shareholders will assist in selecting directors and creating bylaws, roles, and more. A lot of times bouncing ideas and thoughts between others invested in your company can be helpful. Everyone is there to create a successful business one way or another. Before you know, you’ll be working on more exciting things like social media policies, and planning all your future expansion.

Business

13 Reasons Investors Are Watching Phoenix Energy’s Expansion in the Williston Basin

Published

5 days ago

April 23, 2025

Matthew Wiles

As energy security becomes a growing priority in the United States, companies focused on domestic oil production are gaining attention from investors. One such company is Phoenix Energy, an independent oil and gas company operating in the Williston Basin, a prolific oil-producing region spanning North Dakota and Montana.

Phoenix Energy has established itself as a key player in this sector, expanding its footprint while offering structured investment opportunities to accredited investors. Through Regulation D 506(c) corporate bonds, the company provides investment options with annual interest rates ranging from 9% to 13%.

Here are 13 reasons why Phoenix Energy is attracting investor interest in 2025:

1. U.S. energy production remains a strategic priority

The global energy landscape is evolving, with a renewed focus on domestic oil and gas production to enhance economic stability and reduce reliance on foreign energy sources. The Williston Basin, home to the Bakken and Three Forks formations, continues to play a critical role in meeting these demands. Phoenix Energy has established an operational footprint in the basin, where it is actively investing in development and production.

2. Investment opportunities with fixed annual interest rates

Phoenix Energy bonds offer accredited investors annual interest rates between 9% and 13% through Regulation D 506(c). These bonds help fund the company’s expansion in the Williston Basin, where it acquires and develops oil and gas assets.

3. Record-breaking drilling speeds in the Williston Basin

Phoenix Energy has made significant strides in drilling efficiency, ranking among the fastest drillers in the Bakken Formation as of late 2024. By reducing drilling times, the company aims to optimize operations and improve overall production performance.

4. Expansion of operational footprint

Since becoming an operator in September 2023, Phoenix Energy has grown rapidly. As of March 2025, the company has 53 wells drilled and 96 wells planned over the next 12 months.

5. Surpassing production expectations

Phoenix Energy’s oil production has steadily increased. By mid-2024, its cumulative production had exceeded 1.57 million barrels, outpacing its total output for 2023. The company projected an exit rate of nearly 20,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day by the end of March 2025.

6. High-net-worth investor offerings

For investors seeking alternative investments with higher-yield opportunities, Phoenix Energy offers the Adamantium bonds through Reg D 506(c), which provides corporate bonds with annual interest rates between 13% and 16%, with investment terms ranging from 5 to 11 years, and a minimum investment of $2 million.

7. Experienced team with industry-specific expertise

Phoenix Energy’s leadership and technical teams include professionals with decades of oil and gas experience, including backgrounds in drilling engineering, land acquisition, and reservoir analysis. This level of in-house expertise supports the company’s ability to evaluate acreage, manage operations, and execute its long-term development plans in the Williston Basin.

8. Focus on investor communication and understanding

Phoenix Energy prioritizes clear investor communication. The company hosts webinars and provides access to licensed professionals who walk investors through the business model and operations in the oil and gas sector. These efforts aim to help investors better understand how Phoenix Energy deploys capital across mineral acquisitions and operated wells.

9. Managing market risk through strategic planning

The energy sector is cyclical, and Phoenix Energy takes a structured approach to risk management. The company employs hedging strategies and asset-backed financing to help mitigate potential fluctuations in the oil market.

10. Commitment to compliance

Phoenix Energy conducts its bond offerings under the SEC’s Regulation D Rule 506(c) exemption. These offerings are made available exclusively to accredited investors and are facilitated through a registered broker-dealer to support adherence to federal securities laws. Investors can review applicable offering filings on the SEC’s EDGAR database.

11. Recognition for business practices

As of April 2025, Phoenix Energy maintains an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) and is a BBB-accredited business. The company has also earned strong ratings on investor review platforms such as Trustpilot and Google Reviews, where investors often highlight clear communication and transparency.

12. A family-founded business with a long-term vision

Led by CEO Adam Ferrari, Phoenix Energy operates as a family-founded business with a focus on long-term investment strategies. The company’s leadership emphasizes responsible growth and sustainable development in the Williston Basin.

13. Positioned for long-term growth in the oil sector

With U.S. energy demand projected to remain strong, Phoenix Energy is strategically positioned for continued expansion. The company’s focus on efficient drilling, financial discipline, and structured investment offerings aligns with its goal of building a resilient and growth-oriented business.

Final thoughts

For investors looking to gain exposure to the U.S. oil and gas sector, Phoenix Energy presents an opportunity to participate in a structured alternative investment backed by the company’s operational expansion in the Williston Basin.

Accredited investors interested in learning more can attend one of Phoenix Energy’s investor webinars, which are hosted daily throughout the week. These sessions provide insights into market trends, risk management strategies, and investment opportunities.

For more information, visit the Phoenix Energy website.

Phoenix Capital Group Holdings, LLC is now Phoenix Energy One, LLC, doing business as Phoenix Energy. The testimonials on review sites may not be representative of other investors not listed on the sites. The testimonials are no guarantee of future performance or success of the Company or a return on investment. Alternative investments are speculative, illiquid, and you may lose some or all of your investment. Securities are offered by Dalmore Group member FINRA/SIPC. Dalmore Group and Phoenix Energy are not affiliated. See full disclosures.

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