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We take the guesswork out of forming your company

Since 1981, we've helped entrepreneurs form LLCs and corporations with confidence. From preparing and filing your paperwork to ensuring full compliance, we handle every detail so you don't have to. No matter which state you choose to form in, our experts guide you through the entire proces - allowing you to focus on building your business.

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Total Price

Total cost includes the state fee plus the HBS filing fee ($119 in Delaware and $229 in all other states), which includes one full year of state agent service ($99 value).

Benefits and drawbacks of an LLC

Benefits

• Protects your personal assets from business debts and lawsuits
• Pass-through taxation to avoid double taxation
• Less paperwork
• No need for a board of directors or shareholder meetings

Drawbacks

• Members typically pay self-employment taxes on all profits
• LLCs can't go public
• Compared to corporations, LLC laws are newer and less established
• Investors tend to prefer corporations because ownership is easier to issue and transfer

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Benefits and drawbacks of a corporation

Benefits

• Strong legal separation between owners and the business
• Corporations can issue stock, making them ideal for raising capital
• The business continues even if owners change
• Board of directors and officers provide a formal decision-making framework

Drawbacks

• Requires bylaws, annual meetings, minutes, and detailed records
• Profits can be taxed at the corporate level and again when distributed
• Limits on number of shareholders and who can own stock
• States generally require more filings and ongoing compliance

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Customer support that's second to none

Whether this is your first time forming a company or your tenth, we're ready to answer your questions and help educate you so you can make the best decision for your company.

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Your own personalized dashboard

Our free client portal, MyControlDesk (MCD), streamlines forming new corporations and LLCs, managing existing companies, and paying annual franchise taxes and registered agent fees.

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All the business services you need, in one place

Create LLCs and corporations and manage them throughout their lives with our suite of business services. There's no need to look anywhere else!

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If you have questions and want to speak with one of our Company Formation Specialists, choose a contact method below.

U.S. PHONE

1-800-345-CORP (2677)
1-302-645-7400

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+1 302 645 7400

EMAIL

sales@delawareinc.com

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