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Incorporate your business with a solid & smart foundation
Incorporation Services $380 +state fees
Easily register your business using our online tool. Our assisted checkout process takes less than 10 minutes to complete. Once submitted, our incorporation experts will review your application to ensure it meets all the requirements to be accepted by the state.
Most Popular Business Types
Limited Liability Company - LLC
S Corporation
C Corporation
Your Incorporation Service Includes
Name Availability Check
Name availability check and reservation of your desired business name
Preparation and Filing of the Legal Documents
Expert & error-free preparation and filing of all legal documents and Articles of Incorporation with the state to make sure your application is accepted by the state
Designated Customer Service
Throughout the process, you have access to designated customer service. If you have questions before or after, we are here to assist
Common Needs Around Incorporation
Appoint your Registered Agent
Business Naming
Additional Business Types
- Nonprofit Corporations - Nonprofit corporations are formed to benefit a charitable, educational or other public causes specific public purpose.
Benefit Corporation Services - Benefit corporations, also known as a “B Corps” are created to serve a beneficial public purpose while pursuing a profitable bottom line.
Limited Liability Partnership - An LLP is a partnership that allows each partner to share in management and provides some degree of protection from the liabilities of the partnership, including those caused by the actions of other partners.
Professional Limited Liability Company - Many states require licensed professionals, such as doctors, lawyers, accountants, architects, or engineers, to form PCs or PLLCs, rather than regular corporations or LLCs.
Special Purpose Entity / Vehicle Formation - A special purpose entity (SPE) or vehicle (SPV) is a unique entity or means of holding on to an asset in a place separate from the rest of your business.
Common Needs Around Incorporation
Qualification - Foreign qualification is the process of formally registering your corporation, nonprofit, or LLC in a state other than your formation state.
Doing Business As (DBA) - States require that you obtain a Doing Business As certificate if you operate using a name other than your company’s full legal one.
Employer ID Number (EIN) - A federal tax identification number is often requested to file tax returns and open bank accounts.
Business Licenses - Whether you're starting or expanding a business, you likely need at least one permit or license. Find out exactly which licenses, permits, and tax registrations are required.
Registered Agent Services - Having a registered agent is required by all 50 states. Rely on CT to safeguard your business' good standing status and avoid the risk of fines and penalties
Professional Limited Liability Company
PLLCs or PCs provide tax advantages and some limited liability protections to professionals.
Try the Incorporation Wizard
Find the right legal structure for your business with the interactive incorporation tool.
Additional Business Types
Nonprofit Corporations
Benefit Corporation Services
Learn how to do good while making a profit.
Limited Liability Partnership
LLPs provide asset protection for all partners.
What does it mean to incorporate?
When people say "I'd like to register my business," they usually mean incorporating their business as a C Corporation or an S Corporation or forming an LLC. By incorporating or forming an LLC, the company's owner or owners create a separate legal entity to transact business. The process involves properly completing and filing your documents and appointing a registered agent. If you incorporate, most states require that you hold an organizational meeting, issue shares and adopt bylaws. To be an S Corporation, you’ll also have to file an election statement with the IRS. LLCs have fewer state requirements, but it’s a best practice to adopt an operating agreement.
Why is incorporating a business important?
When you incorporate, the business becomes a separate legal entity, distinct from its owners. This new entity ─ whether it’s a C Corp, S Corp or LLC ─ often has enhanced credibility with lenders, potential customers, vendors and employees. Limited liability is another key benefit. Without incorporation, you are responsible for any debts and losses your business may accumulate. However, when you incorporate, you are typically held responsible only for the amount of money you personally invest or business debts you personally guarantee. Your personal assets typically cannot be used to satisfy the debts and liabilities of your business
Resources to Incorporate your Business
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