COMPLETE LLC FORMATION START TO FINISH
An LLC is the must-have step to protect your personal assets and strengthen your business.
An LLC, or Limited Liability Company, is a powerful and flexible business structure. It's the most popular choice for small business owners, entrepreneurs, and side hustlers because it protects your personal assets, provides tax flexibility, and simplifies the formation process.
1. Name Your LLC
Check to make sure there are no other businesses with that name in your state and that it aligns with the state's laws for LLC names.
2. Appoint A Registered Agent
You're required to have a registered agent available to receive important state correspondence and legal notices in person.
3. File Certificate Of Formation
This makes your LLC official! Once your paperwork is approved, and fees are collected, you are officially the owner of a limited liability company.
4. Create An Operating Agreement
An operating agreement may be the most important document for your LLC. It establishes the rules for operating your company and gives it further legitimacy.
5. Apply For An EIN
An Employee Identification Number (EIN) registers your business with the IRS and helps you open a business bank account, get financing, and hire employees.
6. Our Team Keeps You Informed And Educated
Rest easy knowing we keep you informed of changes to federal and state requirements, such as the Corporate Transparency Act and the beneficial ownership information filing.
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starter
Standard
Covers all your required filings with the state, 100% accuracy guaranteed.
+ state fees
We prepare and submit your filing to the state within 7 to 10 business days. 
We’ll file your paperwork quickly and accurately. If there are errors, our team will make it right. 
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Most Popular
Fastest processing with ongoing state compliance and EIN set up.
+ state fees | renews at $199/yr
We prepare and submit your filing to the state within 1 business day. We’ll file your paperwork quickly and accurately. If there are errors, our team will make it right. 
This covers state-required annual report filings and up to 2 amendments per year to maintain LLC protections and avoid fines (a $199 value). 
Our team will secure your EIN from the IRS so you can open a bank account, hire employees, and pay taxes. 
This essential document is like the constitution for your business, setting the rules that will govern how you operate and run your LLC. 
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Best Value
Advanced compliance and registered agent services to meet all requirements.
+ state fees | renews at $399/yr
We prepare and submit your filing to the state within 1 business day. We’ll file your paperwork quickly and accurately. If there are errors, our team will make it right. This covers state-required annual report filings and up to 2 amendments per year to maintain LLC protections and avoid fines (a $199 value). Our team will secure your EIN from the IRS so you can open a bank account, hire employees, and pay taxes. This essential document is like the constitution for your business, setting the rules that will govern how you operate and run your LLC. Create your own unique and professional logo in seconds with the easy-to-use logo generator. 
Meet the state requirement to appoint a registered agent that will be available during all business hours (a $199/yr value). 
Get 24/7 monitoring, unlimited amendment filings, a good standing certificate, and money-back guarantee on any fees for missed events. 
Includes over 25 business document templates, including liability waivers, employment agreements, contracts, and more. 
Get a one-on-one consultation to ensure you have the services you need to confidently start and grow your business. Secure a business domain name and email and use the AI website builder to quickly and easily create a custom, professional website. *Processing times are based on receiving complete information. ZenBusiness processing times do not include Secretary of State processing times, which can vary.
**Starter includes one optional free year of Worry-Free Compliance (renews at $199/yr).
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Have questions? Get Your LLC Answers Here
The easiest way to form an LLC depends on your priorities. Using a business formation service like ZenBusiness handles the paperwork and provides services like registered agent representation, operating agreement templates, and EIN registration. These services help ensure documents are filed correctly and save time, though they add costs beyond state filing fees.
Alternatively, you can form your LLC yourself by filing directly with your state’s business division, which is more cost-effective but requires you to research requirements, prepare documents, and manage deadlines yourself.
Both approaches are valid — formation services offer convenience and expertise, while the DIY (do-it-yourself) route saves money for those willing to navigate the process independently.
ZenBusiness provides an LLC service that helps entrepreneurs form a limited liability company (LLC) online. We manage the required paperwork, ensure quick and accurate filing with the state, and provide ongoing compliance and business management services.
It’s usually best to form an LLC in the state where your business is located.
The time it takes to form an LLC depends largely on how fast your Secretary of State processes the paperwork, which varies widely by state and time of year. However, while we can’t control the state’s filing speeds, we can control how fast we process your filing. While we typically process your order in 5-7 business days with our free Starter package, both Pro and Premium packages include Rush filing. With Rush filing, your order is processed in one business day. (Processing times are based on receiving complete information.)
An EIN (Employer Identification Number) or federal tax ID is a unique 9-digit number assigned to a business by the IRS. An EIN allows the IRS, banks, credit card companies, and other institutions to track your business and personal finances separately. You need an EIN to file business taxes, hire employees, and open a business bank account.
Although there are many benefits to having an LLC, the most recognizable perk is tax flexibility. A single-member LLC can choose to be taxed as a sole proprietorship or corporation, whereas a multi-member LLC can be taxed as a partnership or corporation. Different tax structures offer a variety of benefits and deductions. Depending on your business activities, any of these statuses could be beneficial for different tax purposes.
Whether an LLC is the best option for your new business depends on your specific needs. LLCs are popular because they offer liability protection, pass-through taxation, flexibility, and relatively simple management. However, other entities like sole proprietorships, partnerships, or corporations might be better suited depending on your goals and industry. For example, if you’re seeking significant outside investment, a corporation might be preferable.
There’s no one-size-fits-all answer — the best business structure depends on your industry, growth plans, tax situation, and management preferences. Consider consulting with a business attorney or tax professional to determine the right choice for your particular circumstances.
An EIN helps establish that you and your business are separate entities, which helps preserve limited liability should your company ever be sued. Having an EIN is one more way to demonstrate to the courts that you are treating your business as a separate entity from yourself.
The cost of forming an LLC with ZenBusiness includes both state fees and service fees. State filing fees vary by state, usually ranging from $50 to $300. ZenBusiness offers several service packages, such as:
Each package comes with different features and levels of support. Additionally, optional services like EIN filing, registered agent services, Worry-Free Compliance, and operating agreements may add extra costs, depending on your needs.
The cost of forming an LLC with ZenBusiness includes both state fees and service fees. State filing fees vary by state, usually ranging from $50 to $300. ZenBusiness offers several service packages, such as:
Each package comes with different features and levels of support. Additionally, optional services like EIN filing, registered agent services, Worry-Free Compliance, and operating agreements may add extra costs, depending on your needs.
Forming an LLC (limited liability company) and incorporating refer to creating two distinct legal business structures. Limited liability companies are designed for flexibility, offering personal liability protection without the stringent regulations that corporations must follow. On the other hand, incorporation typically results in a C corporation or S corporation, which come with shareholder structures, stricter compliance, and distinct tax implications.
ZenBusiness is committed to empowering entrepreneurs by making it easier to start, run, and grow a business. As a Public Benefit Corporation, we strive to make a positive impact on the community and support small business owners from all backgrounds. Our mission is to provide the tools and support needed to help businesses thrive in a competitive market.
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