Simple, Honest Pricing
Every plan includes AI-guided formation, EIN filing, and an operating agreement. The only additional cost is your state's filing fee — and we show you the exact amount before you pay.
Launch
+ state filing fee. No hidden fees.
LLC filing + operating agreement. The honest, no-upsell on-ramp for solo founders.
- AI-guided formation conversation
- State LLC filing preparation & submission
- AI-generated, customized operating agreement
- EIN / Tax ID filing with the IRS (free)
- 1 year registered agent service included
- Formation status dashboard & tracking
- Digital document storage
- Email support
- Compliance calendar
- Privacy address
- Mail forwarding
- Non-US-resident support
Shield
$16.58/mo billed every year
Formation Y1 + registered agent + EIN + compliance calendar. For founders who never want to miss a deadline.
- Everything in Launch, plus:
- Registered agent service (all 50 states)
- EIN application handled for you
- Compliance calendar with smart reminders
- Annual report preparation & filing
- S-Corp election guidance & analysis
- Business license research
- Priority email support (24hr response)
- Mail forwarding
- Privacy address
- Virtual office
Fortress
$41.58/mo billed every year
Shield + mail forwarding, privacy address, virtual office, and priority filing. Maximum protection.
- Everything in Shield, plus:
- Mail forwarding (powered by Stable)
- Privacy address — your home stays off public record
- Virtual office address
- Priority filing (front of queue)
- Multi-state registered agent coverage
- Dedicated account manager
- Custom operating agreement review
- Phone support
Global
$124.75/mo billed every year
Fortress + non-US-resident support, bank account introduction, and ITIN. Built for international founders entering the US market.
- Everything in Fortress, plus:
- Non-US-resident formation support
- US bank account introduction
- ITIN application assistance & filing
- Form 5472 annual preparation & filing
- International tax compliance support
- Foreign qualification filing
- Multi-language AI support
- Quarterly compliance check-in calls
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State Filing Fees
These are government fees — we don't mark them up. Here are the most popular states:
| State | Filing Fee | Typical Processing |
|---|---|---|
| Wyoming | $100 | 1-2 days |
| Delaware | $90 | 3-5 days |
| Texas | $300 | 1-2 days |
| Florida | $125 | 3-5 days |
| California | $70 | 5-7 days |
| New York | $200 | 7-14 days |
| Nevada | $425 | 1-2 days |
| New Mexico | $50 | 1-3 days |
| Colorado | $50 | 1-2 days |
| Georgia | $100 | 3-5 days |
Don't see your state? Start a conversation and we'll show you the exact fee.
How much will you actually pay?
Our interactive calculator compares the true total cost across LegalZoom, ZenBusiness, Northwest, Bizee, and Sedes — including the services you actually need.
Open Cost CalculatorPricing Questions
What's included in the state filing fee?
The state filing fee is the government's charge for processing your LLC formation documents. It varies by state and is the only cost beyond our service fee. We never mark it up.
Can I upgrade my plan later?
Absolutely. Start with Launch (currently $40 as a promo for the first 1,000 customers; $79 list afterwards) and upgrade to Shield, Fortress, or Global anytime. You'll only pay the prorated difference for the remainder of your billing period.
What happens after the free year of registered agent?
After your first free year, registered agent service continues at $49/year — significantly less than the industry average. If you're on Shield or above, it stays included.
Is there a money-back guarantee?
Yes. If you're not satisfied within 30 days, we'll refund your Sedes service fee in full. State filing fees are non-refundable since they go directly to the government.
Do you offer discounts for multiple LLCs?
Yes! If you're forming multiple LLCs, contact us for volume pricing. We also offer multi-year discounts — save up to 20% with a 3-year plan.
What's the benefit of a multi-year plan?
Multi-year plans lock in your current pricing (which may increase), save you up to 20% compared to annual billing, and include all compliance filings for the full term. You never have to worry about renewal.
Not sure which plan is right?
Start with Launch — $40 promo for the first 1,000 customers ($79 list afterwards), flat fee, no surprises. Our AI will recommend the right plan based on your specific business needs.