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Limited Liability Company (LLC)
An LLC is a business entity that offers limited liability protection and pass-through taxation.
S Corporation
S Corps are corporations that have elected a special tax status with the IRS.
C Corporation
The C Corp is a standard corporation, and most common corporate structure.
Business License Research
Leave the research to us and receive your application quickly and accurately.
Dissolution
Close your business the right way. It's important to file articles of dissolution to end legal obligations such as filing reports and paying business taxes.
Doing Business As (DBA)
A DBA name enables you to use multiple names for one business. File a DBA to operate your business under new or additional name.
Registered Agent
When you change your agent to BizFilings, we pay the state's change of agent filing fee. We cover all 51 jurisdictions.
Foreign Qualification
Register a company to transact business in another state or multiple states.
Federal Tax ID (EIN)
The EIN identifies your company and is used on all federal income tax filings.
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Business Formation & Incorporation Options
Experience seamless and affordable business formation with BizFilings. Join over 500,000 satisfied customers who have successfully incorporated or formed an LLC online.
State Guides
Whether you are just starting a business or incorporating a business already in existence, it is helpful to know and understand the formation and ongoing requirements each state places on corporations and limited liability companies (LLCs).
Business Owner's Toolkit®
Information to help with incorporation options and choose the right business type.
Form a Nonprofit Corporation
Incorporate as a Nonprofit Organization in 3 Easy Steps and get 3 free months of registered agent service.
What is an LLC? Definition and steps on how to form an LLC
Start your LLC (Limited Liability Company) in 9 easy steps with our guide, including choosing a state & registered agent, foreign qualification, & more.
Compare S corporation vs C corporation
Learn about the benefits of each type of incorporation, such as limited liability protection & document filings, as well as the differences, such as taxation, ownership, & more.
What is a DBA? (And how to register one)
Learn what a DBA (doing business as) is, the benefits of a DBA, when you should file for your business, how to file, and more from the experts at BizFilings.
Compare S corporation vs LLC: Differences & benefits
S corps and LLCs both offer unique advantages and limitations. Learn about key differences of these two popular business structures.
What is a sole proprietorship and how to start one
Learn what a sole proprietorship is, the advantages/ disadvantages of a sole proprietorship, and how to start one with tips from the experts at BizFilings.
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Free Interactive Tools & Resources
Starting a business involves a great
deal of planning and preparation. To make your decision easier we offer
complimentary tools to get the answers you need quickly and accurately.
Incorporation Wizard
LLC or Corporation? Which business type might be right for you? Try the Incorporation Wizard.
Business Type Comparison Chart
What are the differences between business types? Use our Comparison Chart.