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Business Formation

LLC Formation

Professional assistance with forming your Limited Liability Company (LLC) — from choosing the right state to filing your articles of organization and setting up your operating agreement.

LLC Formation

Overview

What this service is and why it matters

A Limited Liability Company (LLC) is a business structure that combines the simplicity of a sole proprietorship with the liability protection of a corporation. It separates your personal assets from your business liabilities, meaning your personal savings, home, and other assets are protected if your business faces legal issues or debt.

Who needs this?

Entrepreneurs, freelancers, consultants, small business owners, and non-US residents who want to start a business in the United States while protecting their personal assets.

Why is it important?

An LLC protects your personal assets from business liabilities, adds credibility to your business, enables you to open a business bank account, and provides tax flexibility. Without an LLC, your personal assets are at risk if your business is sued or incurs debt.

Complete Process

1

Choose the right state for your LLC (Wyoming, Delaware, Texas, or Florida are popular for non-residents)

2

Select a unique business name that complies with state naming rules

3

Appoint a Registered Agent who will receive legal documents on behalf of your LLC

4

File Articles of Organization with the state and pay the filing fee

5

Create an Operating Agreement outlining ownership and management structure

6

Obtain an EIN (Employer Identification Number) from the IRS

7

Open a business bank account using your EIN and formation documents

8

Get a business phone number and professional email address

9

File any required state licenses or permits

10

File BOI (Beneficial Ownership Information) report if required

Required Information & Documents

Business name (2-3 options in case your first choice is taken)
Business purpose (brief description of what your business does)
Registered agent name and address (we can provide this service)
Owner/member names and addresses
Management structure (member-managed or manager-managed)
Principal business address

Timeline Expectations

LLC formation typically takes 3-10 business days for standard filing, depending on the state. Expedited filing is available in some states for an additional fee. After formation, obtaining an EIN takes 1-7 days (faster if you have an SSN/ITIN, longer if applying as a non-resident without one). Opening a business bank account can be done within 1-3 days after receiving your EIN. Overall, expect 1-3 weeks to have a fully operational LLC.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Choosing the wrong state — some states have high annual fees that aren't worth it for your business type
Using a cheap formation service that cuts corners or provides fake registered agent addresses
Not getting an EIN — some businesses try to use their personal SSN instead
Commingling personal and business finances — always keep a separate business bank account
Not filing the BOI report — FinCEN requires this for most LLCs formed after 2024
Forgetting annual state fees and compliance requirements
Not having a real US address — using fake or virtual addresses can cause issues with banks and the IRS

Benefits

Personal asset protection from business liabilities
Tax flexibility — choose how you want to be taxed
Business credibility with customers and partners
Ability to open a business bank account
Easier access to business credit and loans
No US residency requirement — non-residents can form an LLC
Pass-through taxation — profits pass through to your personal tax return

Frequently Asked Questions

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