No hidden fees. No upsells. Just $20 + state filing fee. Get your LLC, operating agreement, and EIN in days, not weeks.
Form your business in four simple steps.
Select from LLC, Corporation, S-Corp, or Nonprofit. We'll show you the exact costs upfront.
Tell us about your business. Our wizard handles operating agreements and articles of organization.
We submit your formation documents. Most states process within 3-5 business days.
Receive your formation certificate, EIN, and all official documents in your dashboard.
Simple formation with all the essentials included.
Just $20 service fee + state filing fee. No hidden charges, no upsells, no packages.
Same-day filing in most states. Expedited options available where the state offers them.
First year free with Business plan, or $79/year standalone. All 50 states covered.
Operating agreement, articles of organization, EIN application — all included.
We track your annual reports, franchise taxes, and other state requirements automatically.
Form in any state, or register as a foreign entity in additional states.
These fees go directly to the state — we pass them through at cost.
+ $20 Foundli service fee · All 50 states available
Compare our pricing to other formation services.
| Service | Foundli | LegalZoom | ZenBusiness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base price | $20 | $99 | $0 |
| Operating agreement | Included | +$99 | +$99 |
| EIN filing | Included | +$159 | Included |
| Registered agent (1yr) | $79 | +$249 | +$199 |
| Compliance alerts | Included | +$99/yr | +$199/yr |
| Total first year | $99 | $705+ | $497+ |
Common questions about forming your business.
Most states process LLC formations within 3-5 business days. Some states offer expedited processing for an additional fee. Once approved, you'll receive your documents immediately in your Foundli dashboard.
For most small businesses, forming in your home state is the best choice. Forming in Delaware or Wyoming only makes sense if you have investors or plan to go public. We'll help you decide during the formation process.
Yes, if you plan to hire employees or open a business bank account. We include free EIN application with every formation. The IRS typically issues EINs within minutes.
While not required in all states, an operating agreement is essential for protecting your personal assets. We generate a customized operating agreement as part of the formation process.
A registered agent receives legal documents and official state correspondence on behalf of your business. Every state requires one. You can be your own, but using a service provides privacy and ensures you never miss important mail.