"6 Essential Steps for Forming an LLC: A Comprehensive Guide"

State laws require all business owners to pay a state filing fee when they file the documents to form an LLC.

Said another way, this is a one-time fee paid to file your LLC formation documents with the state government where you start your LLC.

The name of the legal documents that form an LLC vary by state, and may be called:

• Articles of Organization

• Certificate of Organization

• Certificate of Formation

• Annual Fee

• Annual Report

• Biennial Report

• Annual Franchise Tax

• and more

That said, most states refer to the initial filing as the Articles of Organization.

There are currently 15 States who's filing fee is under $100. (I'll List those in a later Blog)

A 3rd Party Company isn't necessary to form your LLC, however hiring a filing company like Northwest, LegalZoom, or Incfile which allows someone else take care of the paperwork for you (and make sure it’s filed correctly).

These are the general steps to starting an LLC:

1. Search your LLC name

2. Choose your Registered Agent

3. File Articles of Organization with the state

4. Sign your LLC Operating Agreement

5. Get an EIN for your LLC

6. Open an LLC bank account

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