Step-by-step guides written for entrepreneurs — no legal jargon.
Name your LLC, file the Certificate of Formation, get your EIN, open a business bank account, and set up your operating agreement.
Get help with formation →What to look for, why your home address is a liability, and how a professional registered agent protects your privacy and keeps you compliant.
Get registered agent service →Apply directly with the IRS online — it's free. Here's what information you'll need and what to do with it once you have it.
Need EIN assistance? →If your LLC operates under a name different from its legal name, you likely need a DBA. Here's how to file one and when it's required.
File your DBA →Every state has different requirements, due dates, and fees. Miss it and your business falls out of good standing. Here's how to stay on top of it.
Let us manage your annual report →Depending on your industry and location, you may need federal, state, county, and city permits. Here's how to find out what applies to you.
Get permit tracking →Your NAICS classification affects your taxes, insurance rates, licensing requirements, and government contract eligibility.
Get classification help →Foreign qualification, new registered agent requirements, tax registration, and ongoing compliance when going multi-state.
Get multi-state support →