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with ZenBusiness

Launch your business and stay protected as it grows
with personalized services and expert support.

Starts at $0 + state fee. Includes Velo® AI guidance.

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30,938 reviews

Velo AI Guidance

Fast, Accurate LLC Formation

Registered Agent Service

Ongoing Compliance Filings

Award-Winning Support

Dream and Develop Your Plan

Personalized guidance built around your idea, your goals, and your pace.

Brainstorm with Velo, your personal AI guide
Explore business ideas that fit your skill set
Develop a business plan with cost estimates
Get trusted guidance and expert support

Start and Stay Protected

We handle the formation, the filings, and the details so you're set up right from day one.

LLC, S-Corp, or C-Corp formation
Premium registered agent service
Operating agreement and documents
Ongoing compliance alerts and filings

Run and Grow Your Business

The tools, support, and expertise to grow your business with confidence.

Business domain and website
Small business banking
Bookkeeping and expense tracking
Tax filing and advice

Start Strong.
Stay Compliant.

Start with confidence and stay protected as you grow with best-in-class services and support.

Velo AI Guidance

Get a personal, step-by-step plan focused on your next steps.
Fast, Accurate LLC Formation

File confidently with fast processing and accuracy guaranteed.
Registered Agent Service

Meet the state requirement to appoint your registered agent.
Ongoing Compliance Filings

Stay compliant with all annual report and amendment filings.
Award-Winning Support

Industry leading support by chat or phone 7 days a week.

Say Hello to Velo

Meet Velo, your personalized AI assistant that handles the hardest parts of running a business. It automates filings, tracks deadlines, builds your website, and more.

Velo adapts to your needs to eliminate the guesswork and help you build velocity for your business. It even connects you with an expert for extra support when you need it.

Meet Velo

Don’t do it alone.

Our goal is to make business easy. We’ve got experts available by phone to answer questions, 7 days a week. Let us handle the details so you can focus on what you do best.

Excellent

30,938 reviews

Amike Dynasty

1 review

A big shout out to Pierina D

A big shout out to Pierna D. Thank you for taking your time and explaining the steps to me as I was overwhelmed. Thank you for being so calming and nurturing I will 1000% recommend people just because of the service that you gave me thank you so much and like I told you, you need a raise. God bless.

Date of experience: March 20, 2024

Christian Friedrich

1 review

Evan helped me getting my website…

Evan helped me getting my website published with ease! Turns out I had screwed up a few things on my end but he was kind enough to fix the discrepancies and getting everything taken care of; all within a few minutes!

Date of experience: March 20, 2024

Maegan

2 reviews

Continually friendly service from ZB

Continually friendly service from ZB. I called their support line and received amazing help from Josh. After a long, stressful day, he managed to put a smile on my face and was able to help me resolve my issue.

Date of experience: March 18, 2024

How it works

Success starts with expert support and smart tools.

How it works

Success starts with expert support and smart tools.

Your business type options

Business formation options have unique features and benefits. Use this table to determine which is right for you.

LLC

The simplest, most flexible way to structure your business to protect personal assets.

How It's Unique

Unlimited owners (members) allowed
Cannot issue stock
Board of directors not required

Protections & Taxation*

You're not personally on the hook for business liabilities
Pass through taxation—income generated passes to the LLC owners to file on their personal taxes.

Drawbacks to Consider

Ongoing filings and fees to stay in compliance
LLCs can't go public
Not recognized globally; you may be taxed as a corporation outside U.S.

Starts at $0 + state filing fees

S-Corp Election

A tax designation for LLCs that avoids double taxation on business profits.

How It’s Unique

Maximium of 100 owners
S-Corp is a tax status for LLCs and not an official business entity type
Owners must pay themselves a reasonable salary for their industry
Avoids double taxation on profits

Protections & Taxation*

LLC owners filing as an s-corp can save money on their personal taxes
Pass through taxation—similar to an LLC, profits are only taxed at the owner level

Drawbacks to Consider

Ongoing filings and fees to stay in compliance
All owners must be U.S. citizens and meet all IRS requirements
Closer IRS scrutiny for the business

Starts at $0 + state filing fees

C-Corp

A more complex structure with the ability to issue shares, go public, or go global.

How It’s Unique

Unlimited owners (members) allowed
Can issue shares to founders, employees, and investors
Owners may get preferred stock
Preferred for equity financing and attracting investors

Protections & Taxation*

You're not personally on the hook for business liabilities
Taxed twice—business pays at the corporate level, and shareholders pay on income received

Drawbacks to Consider

Ongoing filings and fees to stay in compliance
Less management flexibility; must have a board of directors
More admin; strict rules about holding meetings and keeping records

Starts at $0 + state filing fees

*ZenBusiness does not offer tax advice. We recommend you discuss questions or concerns about tax implications and benefits with an accountant or tax professional.

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