Depending on your state, there are several options for obtaining a certificate of good standing. Illinois, for example, only accepts requests online and charges $25.

A certificate of good standing is one document issued at the state level that provides a quick overview of your business’s legal ability to operate.

According to the letter, the certificate is issued by the Secretary of State and could be required for loans, to renew business licenses, or for tax purposes. She just needed to pay $87.25.

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