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State-by-State Guides
Every state has different LLC formation rules, fees, and requirements. Select yours to get started.
DE
Filing Fee: $90
The gold standard for business formation. Preferred by 67% of Fortune 500 companies for its business-friendly courts and flexible corporate laws.
No State TaxTX
Filing Fee: $300
No personal income tax and a booming economy for small businesses.
Business HubFL
Filing Fee: $125
No personal income tax with a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Best PrivacyWY
Filing Fee: $100
Strongest privacy protections and zero franchise tax for LLCs.
Startup CapitalCA
Filing Fee: $70
The world's innovation hub with access to top-tier talent and investors.
Essential Reading
Our most comprehensive guides to help you make the right decisions for your business.
Master Guide
Everything from choosing your state to getting your EIN — the only guide you need to form your LLC correctly.
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We tested and reviewed the top 12 LLC services so you can find the right fit for your budget and needs.
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State fees, registered agent costs, annual reports — a transparent breakdown of every dollar you'll spend.
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Tax implications, self-employment savings, and when it makes sense to elect S-Corp status for your LLC.
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Every LLC needs a registered agent. We compared pricing, reliability, and features across the top providers.
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Default taxation, S-Corp election, self-employment tax — every tax scenario explained in plain language.
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Step-by-step walkthrough of the IRS EIN application. Takes 5 minutes and costs nothing — never pay for this.
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What to include, which states require it, and how it protects your personal assets and business interests.
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Comparing free business checking options, fee structures, and features tailored for new LLC owners.
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