Form Your Business Legally, Fast & Stress-Free

Get your LLC or Corporation registered in all 50 states. Foreign formations available for expanding businesses. Transparent pricing. No hidden fees. All state and federal filing fees included. Start operating legally in days, not weeks.

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The Problem With DIY Business Registration

State requirements vary by state. Forms confuse. Deadlines stress. One mistake delays your launch. One error costs penalties. Most entrepreneurs waste weeks navigating this alone.

Weeks Wasted on Research

You spend weeks researching state requirements. You spend days filling forms. You spend hours fixing mistakes. Your launch date slips. Your momentum dies.

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Costly Compliance Mistakes

One compliance error costs thousands in fines and legal fees. Your business suffers. Your reputation suffers. You pay for mistakes you didn't know you made.

Overwhelming Choices

LLC or Corporation? S-Corp election? Every choice matters. Every choice risks mistakes. You research. You second-guess. You delay. Opportunities pass.

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Bureaucratic Delays

Secretary of State offices process slowly. Wait times stretch weeks. Requirements confuse. Back-and-forth never ends. Your launch stalls.

What You Get

Experts handle legal registration. You focus on building your business. Here's what that means for you:

Beat Competitors to Market

While they research forms, you're already selling. While they fix mistakes, you're already earning. Capture opportunities before they're gone. Start making money while others are still stuck in paperwork.

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Sleep Peacefully at Night

Stop worrying about fines that could bankrupt you. Stop fearing penalties that shut down your business. Stop losing sleep over legal mistakes. Feel secure knowing your business is protected. Feel confident knowing you're compliant.

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Stop Losing Momentum

Don't let paperwork kill your excitement. Don't let forms drain your energy. Don't let bureaucracy stall your dream. Keep your momentum. Keep your focus. Keep building. Not researching. Not filling. Not waiting.

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Feel Confident From Day One

Stop second-guessing every decision. Stop wondering if you did it right. Stop fearing you'll get in trouble. Launch knowing everything is correct. Operate knowing you're protected. Grow knowing you're safe. Feel confident, not afraid.

How It Works

Four simple steps from submission to registration

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Complete the Form

Spend 10 minutes, not weeks. Give us your business name, address, and owner details. That's it. No confusing forms. No legal jargon. Just simple answers.

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We Do the Work

You relax. We prepare documents. We file with your state. We ensure compliance. You avoid mistakes. You avoid delays. You avoid stress.

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Start Making Money

Begin earning revenue immediately. Begin building your business. Begin achieving your goals. No legal worries. No compliance fears. Just progress. Just results. Just success.

Your Privacy Matters

We respect your data. We protect your information. We value your trust.

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No Spam. Ever.

We only contact you about your business formation. No marketing emails. No promotional blasts. No newsletter spam. Just the information you need, when you need it.

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We Never Sell Your Data

Your information stays yours. We don't sell it to third parties. We don't share it with advertisers. We don't monetize your data. Your privacy is not for sale.

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No Ads. No Tracking.

We don't show you ads. We don't track you across the web. We don't use invasive analytics. Browse our tools and resources without being followed by retargeting pixels.

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Secure & Protected

Your business information is encrypted and secure. We use industry-standard security practices to protect your data. Your sensitive business details stay private and safe.

Transparent Privacy Policy

No hidden data practices. No confusing legalese. Clear, straightforward privacy policy that explains exactly how we handle your information. Read it anytime.

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Privacy Protection Included

When you use our registered agent service, your personal address stays private. Legal documents come to us, not your home. Your privacy is built into our service.

Ready to Start Your Business?

Get registered in minutes. Start operating legally in days. All fees included. No surprises.

Who This Is For

Freelancers Ready to Go Legal

Protect your personal assets from business risks. Look professional to attract bigger clients. Stop operating as a sole proprietor. Start operating as a real business.

E-Commerce Store Owners

Sell online without legal risk. Accept payments legally. Protect your business from liability. Stop worrying about compliance. Start focusing on sales.

Entrepreneurs Launching Fast

Don't let paperwork kill your momentum. Don't let bureaucracy delay your launch. Get registered fast. Start earning revenue fast. Capture opportunities before competitors.

Consultants Building Their Brand

Look professional to attract high-value clients. Protect your reputation with proper legal structure. Stop operating without protection. Start signing bigger deals.

Businesses Expanding to New States

Already operating in one state? Expand to new markets with foreign formations. We handle the paperwork. You focus on growth. One trusted source for all your business entities.

Entrepreneurs with Multiple Companies

Running multiple businesses? Manage all your registered agent needs from one source. Receive all documents in one place. Track all compliance deadlines together. Simplify your operations.

What Our Clients Say

Transparent Pricing, Privacy Protection

All state and federal filing fees included. You see the complete total before you pay.

Corporation Formation

$185+
Starting at $185
(varies by state, up to $1,219)
  • All state filing fees included
  • Complete document preparation
  • Priority email support
  • Expedited options available (1-3 days)
  • Ongoing compliance guidance
Form Your Corporation

Registered Agent

$125
Per year
  • Compliance monitoring
  • Legal document receipt
  • Privacy protection
  • Annual report reminders & compliance tracking
  • Multiple companies? One source for all documents
  • Stay in the loop on all requirements
  • All 50 states coverage
Get Registered Agent

Foreign LLC Formation

$200+
Starting at $200
(varies by state, up to $1,125)
  • All state filing fees included
  • Certificate of Good Standing
  • Document preparation & filing
  • Registered agent in new state
  • Expedited options available (1-3 days)
  • Human support included
Expand Your LLC

Foreign Corporation Formation

$220+
Starting at $220
(varies by state, up to $1,125)
  • All state filing fees included
  • Certificate of Good Standing
  • Complete document preparation
  • Registered agent in new state
  • Expedited options available (1-3 days)
  • Ongoing compliance guidance
Expand Your Corporation

Change of Registered Agent

$40+
Starting at $40
(varies by state, up to $400)
  • All state filing fees included
  • Document preparation & filing
  • Update registered agent records
  • Email confirmation & updates
  • Compliance verification
  • Human support included
Change Registered Agent

✓ Privacy protection included

✓ All state fees included

✓ Transparent pricing guaranteed

✓ Human support when you need it

Optional Add-On Services

EIN Registration: $99
EIN Amendment: $205
BOI Filing: $65
Change of RA: Varies by state

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the registration process take?

Standard processing takes 7-14 business days after filing.

Same-day submission is available for orders placed before 1 PM EST. Expedited processing (1-3 business days) is available in most states.

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Most states process standard filings within 7-14 business days, though some can take up to 15 business days during peak periods.

Expedited processing is available in most states for an additional fee ($25-$200), reducing processing time to 1-3 business days.

Orders submitted before 1:00 PM EST are submitted the same day.

After approval, you can immediately begin operating your business, though obtaining your EIN and setting up business banking may add another 1-2 weeks to become fully operational.

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What documents do I need to submit?

We only need basic information: your business name, business address, registered agent information, and member/owner details.

The form takes about 5 minutes to complete - we handle all document preparation and filing for you.

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Essential information you'll need includes your business name (must be unique and available in your state), business address, registered agent information, business purpose, and owner information including names, addresses, and ownership percentages.

If you're selecting EIN services, you'll also need responsible party information (name, SSN, address), business start date, number of employees expected, and principal business activity.

If you're selecting registered agent service, you can choose to use Business Initiative's office address for your business address, providing additional privacy protection.

The online form guides you through each step, making it easy to provide the required information.

Most people complete the form in about 5 minutes, though complex business structures may take slightly longer.

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Are there any hidden fees or surprise charges?

No, all state and federal filing fees are included in your formation price.

You see the complete total before you pay - transparent pricing guaranteed.

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Transparent pricing means you know exactly what you're paying before you commit.

Your formation fee includes all mandatory state filing fees required by your Secretary of State.

If you select EIN services, all federal filing fees are included in the $99 EIN registration fee.

The only additional costs are optional add-on services you choose, such as registered agent service ($125/year), BOI filing ($65), or mail scanning ($30/month).

Compare this to some formation services that advertise low base prices but add fees for document processing, email notifications, or state filing fees.

With Business Initiative, what you see is what you pay, with complete transparency from start to finish.

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What if I need additional legal support?

We provide ongoing support for compliance questions and can help with additional services like EIN registration, BOI filing, and annual report preparation.

Our team is available to answer your questions throughout your business journey.

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Business Initiative offers comprehensive support beyond initial formation, including EIN registration ($99), EIN amendments ($205), BOI filing and updates ($65), and annual report preparation.

Our registered agent service ($125/year) includes compliance tracking and deadline reminders to help you stay on top of requirements.

We can help with foreign qualification if you want to expand your business to additional states.

If you need to make changes to your business (like updating your address or changing your registered agent), we handle the amendment process for you.

Our team is available via email to answer compliance questions and provide guidance on maintaining your business's good standing.

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Where are your registered agent offices located?

We have registered agent offices in all 50 states, with locations in specific counties in each state.

Our offices are strategically located to serve businesses nationwide.

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Business Initiative maintains registered agent offices in all 50 states plus Washington D.C.

Our office locations by state and county:

  • Alabama: Houston County
  • Alaska: Anchorage County
  • Arizona: Maricopa County
  • Arkansas: Baxter County
  • California: Sacramento County
  • Colorado: Denver County
  • Connecticut: Hartford County
  • Delaware: Kent County
  • Washington DC: District of Columbia County
  • Florida: Pinellas County
  • Georgia: Fulton
  • Hawaii: Honolulu County
  • Idaho: Kootenai County
  • Illinois: Sangamon County
  • Indiana: Allen County
  • Iowa: Polk County
  • Kansas: Sedgwick County
  • Kentucky: Madison County
  • Louisiana: Lafayette Parish
  • Maine: York County
  • Maryland: Garrett County
  • Massachusetts: Berkshire County
  • Michigan: Ingham County
  • Minnesota: Steele County
  • Mississippi: Madison County
  • Missouri: Cass County
  • Montana: Flathead County
  • Nebraska: Lancaster County
  • Nevada: Clark County
  • New Hampshire: Rockingham County
  • New Jersey: Somerset County
  • New Mexico: Bernalillo County
  • New York: Albany County
  • North Carolina: Wake County
  • North Dakota: Cass County
  • Oklahoma: Oklahoma County
  • Oregon: Multnomah County
  • Pennsylvania: Erie County
  • Rhode Island: Providence County
  • South Carolina: Charleston County
  • South Dakota: Codington County
  • Tennessee: Knox County
  • Texas: Travis County
  • Utah: Salt Lake County
  • Vermont: Chittenden County
  • Virginia: Henrico County
  • Washington: Spokane
  • West Virginia: Raleigh County
  • Wisconsin: Outagamie County
  • Wyoming: Sheridan County

These office locations allow us to serve as your registered agent in any state where you form or expand your business.

All offices are staffed to receive and process legal documents, state correspondence, and service of process on your behalf.

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Is my data safe and secure?

Yes. We use industry-standard encryption and security measures to protect your information.

We only share your data as required for business formation filings with state and federal agencies.

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Business Initiative uses industry-standard encryption (SSL/TLS) to protect all data transmitted through our website.

Your personal and business information is stored securely and only accessed by authorized personnel who need it to process your formation.

We only share your information with state and federal agencies as required for business formation filings (Secretary of State, IRS, FinCEN).

We never sell or share your information with third parties for marketing purposes.

All payment information is processed through secure, PCI-compliant payment gateways.

You can review our privacy policy for complete details on how we protect and use your information.

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What jurisdictions do you serve?

We handle business formation in all 50 states.

Whether you're forming an LLC in Delaware, a Corporation in California, or any other state, we can help.

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Business Initiative provides business formation services in all 50 states plus Washington D.C.

We handle domestic formations (forming a new business in your chosen state) and foreign qualifications (expanding an existing business to new states).

Our registered agent service is available in all 50 states at $125 per year per state.

Formation fees vary by state, ranging from $200 to $1,125 for LLCs and $185 to $1,219 for corporations.

We're familiar with each state's unique requirements, filing processes, and compliance obligations.

You can form your business in any state, regardless of where you live or operate.

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Can I upgrade my plan later?

Yes. You can add services like registered agent, EIN registration, or BOI filing at any time.

We also offer ongoing compliance support and can help with annual reports and other requirements.

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You can add registered agent service ($125/year) at any time, even after your business is formed.

EIN registration ($99) can be added during formation or purchased separately afterward.

BOI filing ($65) can be added during formation or purchased separately if you need to file or update your beneficial ownership information.

If you need to change your registered agent later, we handle the change process for you (change of registered agent service available).

We provide ongoing support for annual reports, compliance reminders, and other maintenance requirements.

You can always contact us to add services or get help with additional compliance needs as your business grows.

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About Business Initiative

Jack Nicholaisen, Business Initiative Founder

Business Initiative was started in 2021 with a clear mission: to shorten the distance between your idea and seeing it become a reality.

Your time, energy, and money matter. So I built a platform that respects all three. Real data to make smart decisions. Education to understand your options. Expert formation services to get registered fast.

We're not just a formation service. We're a business intelligence platform. We help you make smart decisions first with real data, comprehensive education, and expert formation services. Complete the journey from idea to incorporation in one trusted platform.

— Jack Nicholaisen, Founder

Ready to Form Your Business Legally?

Get your LLC or Corporation registered in all 50 states. Foreign formations available for expanding businesses. Expedited processing available. Transparent pricing. No hidden fees. All state and federal filing fees included.

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