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Why Choose Us?
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Expert Guidance
Our team ensures that your incorporation process is smooth and compliant.
Affordable Packages
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Compliance Support
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What is a corporation?
A corporation is a business entity created by filing formation documents with the state, a process also known as incorporation.
Just like an LLC, a corporation is a legal entity that is separate from its owners, which can protect you from any business liabilities or debts. However, corporations offer other important benefits, like shareholders and the ability to seek outside investors.
Why start a corporation?
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Attract investors
Our team ensures that your incorporation process is smooth and compliant.
Entice employees
Get the best value with our transparent pricing and all-inclusive packages.
Look more official
Stay compliant with our built-in tools and support.
Corporation benefits
Corporation requirements
Is a limited liability company a corporation?
A limited liability company is a different type of business entity than a corporation. Each one has unique formation requirements, tax requirements, and ownership structure. Typically, LLCs have more flexible tax requirements and fewer reporting requirements, but corporations make it easier to transfer ownership—shares of stock—and court outside investors. Incorporation also allows you to add shareholders and raise money from outside investors.
S corporation vs. C corporation: What's the difference?
S corporation and C corporation designations are both valid choices when incorporating a business—and whichever you choose, we can help make it happen. Before you make your decision, make sure you understand the pros and cons of each.
S corporation
Taxes on profits only
Shareholders only pay taxes on profits received. Income gets passed through to the owners instead of being taxed at the corporate and shareholder level, so you avoid double taxation.
Shareholder maximum
The maximum number of shareholders is 100, and they all must be U.S. citizens or residents.
Only common stock available
S corporation owners can only get common stock, which comes with voting rights.
C corporation
Taxes on income and profits
Income is taxed twice—the business pays corporate income tax on its net income, and then the shareholders also pay personal income tax on the profits they receive.
No shareholder maximum
There are no limits on who and how many people can own shares of a C corp.
Preferred stock available
C corp owners may get preferred stock, which usually comes with no voting rights but priority to dividends before common shareholders.
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How to incorporate
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Choose and reserve a business name
The catchier and more memorable your business name, the more likely it is that consumers will choose you over your competitors. We include a name check with our formation services and can reserve names for you, if possible in your state..
Appoint a registered agent
Most states will require you to appoint a person or entity as a registered agent (also called an agent for service of process or statutory agent). A registered agent agrees to receive lawsuits, subpoenas, and other official documents on behalf of your business. You can appoint us as your registered agent to make things easier for you
Prepare and file articles of incorporation
Although requirements differ by state, corporations generally must file articles of incorporation. These constitute the charter and legal framework for the business and may contain key information such as the principal location where business will be conducted. When we file these articles for you, it’s typically sent to the Secretary of State.
Frequently asked questions
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How much does it cost to incorporate?
There are typically four types of fees for incorporation: a fee to file the articles of incorporation, which depends on your state; a first-year franchise tax prepayment, which can range from $800 to $1,000; fees for various governmental filings, which can range from $50 to $200; and attorney fees, should you seek attorney help.
S Corp vs. LLC: What's the difference?
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How does forming a corporation protect my assets?
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What are articles of incorporation?
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What are shares, and what types are there?
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