Business Registration

Registering your business or nonprofit and forming a legal entity is a foundational step in the process of setting up a compliant and successful company or organization. This includes taking the first step of deciding what type of entity you plan to create, for example – an LLC (Limited Liability Company), LLP (Limited Liability Partnership), sole-proprietorship, S-Corporation, C-Corporation, etc.

We have gathered together our favorite resources for business registration / formation in the following list. Please keep in mind that you can also file the necessary paperwork directly with your state / federal government, but these services are here to assist you if you are unfamiliar with the process or want to be sure that it is done correctly.

For more information, we recommend visiting the site directly and reading their details and resources. Each site will have helpful information on the various business entity types as well as specifics for your area. If you are unsure or have further questions it is always safest to seek professional legal advice – please see our Legal Advice / Services page.

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Business Entity Registration Services

What They OfferIncfile offers business entity formation and registration for LLCs, S Corps, C Corps, and nonprofits. They handle the paperwork and remind you of necessary compliance filings. They also offer virtual addresses, mail forwarding, and registered agents.
Our ThoughtsWe’ve used Incfile and have found the process to be simple and intuitive. The compliance reminders are extremely helpful, and the registered agent service is a good thing to have in our opinion. This is a trusted and thorough service to use.
What They OfferLegalZoom offers entity registration for a variety of business types including LLCs, Corporations, and nonprofits, as well as related services like DBAs, registered agents, and annual report filings. They also assist with licenses, contracts, trademarks, and more.
Our ThoughtsThis service offers so many of the necessary and helpful components of starting, managing, and protecting a business or nonprofit. They are likely to have resources for almost anything you end up needing as you form and grow your business or organization.
What They OfferRocket Laywer offers business formation services along with a whole list of other services: legal documents, business contracts, non-disclosure agreements, real estate forms, HR documents, tax filing preparation, and more.
Our ThoughtsThis is a one-stop-shop for legal assistance when it comes to starting or managing a business. They have a vast range of services and offer personalized legal advice from their attorneys online. Rocket Lawyer is a great choice!
What They OfferZenBusiness offers business entity formation, compliance filings, registered agent services, business name search, domain registration, and financial services including accounting, tax tips, finding funding, and more.
Our ThoughtsThey seem to have the essentials when it comes to starting a business, and they also appear to be more affordable than LegalZoom. ZenBusiness has excellent ratings and reviews, making it worth some exploration.