No hidden fees. No upsells. Just $20 + state filing fee. We prepare your LLC paperwork, help with your EIN, and keep you posted at every step.
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.
Our team prepares your formation documents and submits them to the state. Processing times vary by state — typically about a week.
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.
We prepare your filing right away; state processing times vary. Expedited options available where the state offers them.
Most owners serve as their own agent at no cost — your address receives official mail. A Foundli agent service is coming soon.
Articles of Organization prepared for you, free EIN application help, and an optional customized operating agreement.
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 | +$25 | +$99 | +$99 |
| EIN filing | Included | +$159 | Included |
| Registered agent (1yr) | Coming soon | +$249 | +$199 |
| Compliance alerts | Included | +$99/yr | +$199/yr |
| Total first year | $20 + state fee | $705+ | $497+ |
Common questions about forming your business.
Once we submit your filing, most states process LLC formations within about a week; some offer paid expedited processing. We'll notify you the moment your formation is approved, and your documents appear 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. You can add a customized operating agreement to your formation order for $25.
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.