Establish your business

Currently for businesses with aUS address only

The easy way to register your company

Take the first exciting step to starting your business. But going legit as an LLC or CORP shouldn’t be a complex headache. RelateLegal does the heavy lifting for you — first find the business name you want, then fill out the simple application, and we’ll take care of the rest. In partnership with leading provider Legalinc, you’ll have an experienced team helping you with your paperwork. Save time and money.

Real-time name check
Fast filing time
Transparent process
No hidden fees
Low cost
Reliable updates

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Choose your Plan

Establishing your business as a legit entity shouldn’t give you paperwork hassles, or cost a lot. To start, type your business name in the search box to see if it’s available, then choose from three flexible Plans, at an affordable price.

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Business registration — How it works

Register business name

Fast and straightforward. Add your company name and state to our search box, to instantly find out if it’s available. Also check your business name as a website domain.

Fill out application

Takes just 10 minutes or less. We guide you through the online application. No confusing jargon. Clear pricing. Choose from three flexible Plans to suit your individual needs.

Get updates

Legalinc will handle your LLC or CORP paperwork, and file it with your state within one business day. At each stage of the process you’ll get emails updating you on progress.

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Protect your business by going legit

Start an LLC or Corporation without confusing legal paperwork, bureaucratic complexity, or expensive lawyer fees. In partnership with Legalinc, we do the heavy lifting for you.

Find your name

It’s now easier than ever before to grab your ideal business name:

Save time — each state has its own rules for business names, so it gets complex. With us you simply type in your chosen name and state into our search box.
One of a kind — find out if your ideal business name is eligible and available in seconds. Our partner Legalinc makes it easy.

Make it simple

No more legal jargon, confusion, or hidden fees:

Fast & easy — the streamlined application takes only 10 minutes or less to complete. Get your paperwork filed with the state within one business day, no exceptions.
No hidden fees — at each stage, you’ll see your selected options, the price, and the grand total. Know exactly what you’re getting.

Stay looped in

Never be left wondering what’s going on with the process:

Progress transparency — you’ll get timely email updates, letting you know exactly what’s happening at every step.
Hands free — as optional add-ons, we can also handle your Annual Filing, get your EIN Tax ID, and supply your Registered Agent, while keeping you fully in the picture.

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Compare LLC & CORP features

This table will help you make the right decision about the type of business registration that works best for your individual needs.

Details	LLC	CORP
Primary Documents	Articles of Organization & Operating Agreement	Articles of Incorporation & Bylaws
Limited Liability Protection Personal assets protected against business debts.
State Formation Fees State charges a fee (each state has different rates).
Compliance Fees Ongoing fees required.	Some states	Annual Report and state specific documentation
Ongoing Requirements	In some states no. Others require an Annual Report with filing fees	Annual Report, annual shareholder meetings, issuing stock
Management Structure	Managed by members or outsourced	Board of Directors elected by shareholders
Adding/Transferring Ownership	As decided in the Operating Agreement	Sale of stock to new or existing shareholders
Allowed to sell stock	No	Yes, to unlimited shareholders
Taxation Level	Personal income (pass though taxation). Some states charge a franchise tax	Separate entity. Double taxation - corporate tax on net earnings, personal tax on dividends

Checklist to start an LLC or CORP

These are all the main steps needed to go legit — RelateLegal can take care of them for you. There are a few added things to decide on when setting up your business, learn more in the FAQ section below.

Creating an LLC

Register Business Name
Each state has their own rules, which can be complex. But with us you just enter your name and state into our search box.
Choose Registered Agent
An individual or company that agrees to accept legal documents on behalf of your business. Also called ‘resident agent’ or ‘statutory agent’. Required by most states, and must meet eligibility requirements.
File Articles of Organization
The main registration paperwork for your LLC. Also called ‘Certificate of Formation’ or ‘Certificate of Organization’.
Write an LLC Operating Agreement
A document that describes how the LLC will operate and be managed to guide you. In some states it is mandatory.
Get Tax ID
You’ll need an Employer Identification Number (EIN), allocated by the IRS, even if you don’t have employees.
File Annual Report
A document summarizing your business details and activity. Mandatory in some states, and each state has different fees for filing.

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Creating a Corporation

Register Business Name
Each state has their own rules, which can be complex. But with us you just enter your name and state into our search box.
Choose Registered Agent
An individual or company that agrees to accept legal documents on behalf of your business. Also called ‘resident agent’ or ‘statutory agent’. Required by most states, and must meet eligibility requirements.
File Articles of Incorporation
The main registration paperwork for your CORP. Also known as ‘Certificates of Incorporation’ or ‘Charter’.
Write Corporate Bylaws
Same as the Operating Agreement for LLCs, this is a document that describes how the CORP will operate and be managed. Not mandatory, but important guidance.
Get Tax ID
Because CORPs are separate tax entities, you’ll need a separate tax ID number.
File Annual Report
A document summarizing your business details and activity. Mandatory for CORPs, and each state has different fees for filing.

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Frequently asked questions

Registering your business gives you an established legitimacy that sole proprietorship does not. An LLC or CORP also protects your personal assets against business debts. Plus there are tax benefits to be gained (speak to your accountant to learn more).

Read our article on this topic: Differences Between an LLC & CORP for Small Businesses.

All states allow a foreign citizen to form a company in their jurisdiction, although they can differ in their requirements. Generally, you’ll need the same paperwork requirements as US citizens. The two main things you’ll need to get started are:

Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) — this will be needed for you to apply for the Employer Identification Number (EIN).
Registered Agent — your business address can be outside the US, but you must have a Registered Agent within the state where you form your business to accept your formal documents. Your company can’t be listed as its own Registered Agent.

These are some other criteria for you to be aware of:

Legalinc can’t obtain your EIN online with the IRS if you don’t have a Social Security Number, but we can prepare the SS4 paperwork for you to fax to the IRS. In this case you would need to liaise with the IRS directly, via phone or mail.
There are a few countries that are ineligible exceptions to being able to form a company in the US — those involved in an OFAC sanction process, such as North Korea and Iran.

Read our article on this topic: Steps to Start an LLC or Corporation.

We will submit your completed application within one business day, no exceptions. To learn the filing times of the state you’re registering in, use our business name search bar.

A name search does not guarantee you’ll be granted that name with the state you register in. If this happens, Legalinc will reach out to discuss your options.

There are 9 states which don’t yet support real-time business search:

Delaware
Illinois
Louisiana
Michigan
New Jersey
Ohio
Utah
Washington DC
Wyoming

If you’re registering your LLC or CORP in one of these states, and the business name you choose isn’t available after filing, our partner Legalinc will reach out to help.

You’ll be looped in every step of the way:

Order confirmation email — contains an ETA date, letting you know when to expect your filed application to be completed.
Filing confirmation email — confirms the state has received the order, with a link to the filed documents.
Completion email — confirms the state has approved your application and the filing (plus any add-ons depending on the Plan you bought) is completed.

It’s not possible to refund processing or state fees once the application has been submitted.

No, this is a form you can file with the IRS, after you register your business.

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