LLC REGISTRATION US State Limited Liability Company Application

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How the LLC Filing Process Works

Every state follows roughly the same path to create an LLC. You choose a name no other business in that state is already using, appoint a registered agent with a physical address in the state to accept legal mail, and file a formation document with the Secretary of State along with the state's filing fee. That document is usually called the Articles of Organization; some states call it a Certificate of Formation. Once the state approves it, your LLC legally exists, and many owners then put an Operating Agreement in place that sets out who owns the company and how decisions get made. Approval can take anywhere from the same day to several weeks, depending on the state.

Our application turns all of that into a few minutes of your time. You tell us your business name, address and the people behind the company. We check that the name is available, prepare your formation documents, file them with the state and pay the state fee for you, then email your approved documents as soon as the state releases them. You can follow every step in your online portal. If you want them, we can also serve as your registered agent and prepare your Operating Agreement and other startup documents, so everything you need to open for business arrives in one place.

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Common Questions About Forming an LLC

What is an LLC, and why do so many owners choose one?
A Limited Liability Company is a business that exists separately from the people who own it. That separation is the point: if the business takes on debt or gets sued, your home, car and savings are generally protected, as long as you keep business and personal money apart. An LLC can have one owner or many, involves far less paperwork than a corporation, and is taxed simply by default.
How long does it take to form an LLC?
It depends on the state. Some approve filings the same day, while others take several weeks. We prepare and submit your filing quickly once your application is complete, and your portal shows where it stands until the state approves it.
How much does it cost to form an LLC?
Every state sets its own filing fee, from under $50 in some states to $500 in Massachusetts. Some states also charge yearly costs to keep your LLC in good standing, such as an annual report fee or California's $800 minimum franchise tax. Our state guides list the fees and timelines for each state.
What do I receive when my LLC is approved?
Your approved formation document from the state, usually called the Articles of Organization, which is the official record that your LLC exists. We email it to you and keep a copy in your online portal, along with anything else you ordered, such as your Operating Agreement.
Do I need a registered agent?
Yes. Every state requires an LLC to name a registered agent: a person or company with a physical address in the state who accepts lawsuits and official notices for the business. You can act as your own if you live in the state, but your address becomes public record and someone has to be there during business hours. Many owners use a registered agent service instead, which we can provide.
Which state should I form my LLC in?
For most small businesses, the state where you live and operate. Forming somewhere else, such as Delaware or Wyoming, usually means also registering as a "foreign LLC" in your home state, so you pay two sets of fees and file two sets of reports. Forming outside your home state tends to make sense mainly when you have investors or operations in several states.
How is an LLC taxed?
By default, an LLC pays no federal income tax of its own. Profits pass through to the owners, who report them on their personal returns. Once the business earns enough, many owners elect S Corporation status to lower their self-employment taxes. A tax professional can tell you when that makes sense for you.
What do I need to do after my LLC is formed?
Mostly, keep it in good standing. Most states require an annual or biennial report, usually with a fee, and every LLC needs a registered agent on file at all times. Open a business bank account and keep business and personal money separate, since that separation is what protects your personal assets. It's also worth putting an Operating Agreement in place: it records who owns the company and how decisions get made, and banks and lenders often ask for it.

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Our service prepares and files the documents you need to form your LLC. For a fee, we submit your formation documents to the Secretary of State and deliver your completed registration to you quickly and securely by email. We are a private company: we are not affiliated with the Secretary of State or any other government agency, and our services have not been approved or endorsed by any government agency. We are also not a law firm or an accounting firm, and we are not affiliated with any attorney or accountant. Nothing we provide is legal, financial or other professional advice, and we do not review the information you submit from a legal, accounting or professional standpoint. If you need legal advice about forming an LLC, please consult a licensed attorney or law firm.