Business Formation Topics We Cover

LLC formation

The most common starting structure for small and solo businesses, offering liability protection with flexible tax treatment.

S-Corp election

A tax election, not a separate entity, that can reduce self-employment tax once a business is consistently profitable.

C-Corp formation

The standard structure for startups planning to raise venture capital or eventually go public.

Registered agent service

The designated recipient of legal and state correspondence, required in nearly every state.

EIN / tax setup

Your federal tax ID number, needed to open a bank account, hire employees, and file taxes.

State-specific filing

Costs, timelines, and requirements that vary significantly from state to state.