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Start Your LLC Formation

Begin your business journey with an LLC. It's the most flexible and popular choice for small businesses and entrepreneurs.

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Selected Entity: Limited Liability Company (LLC)

The most popular business structure for small businesses and entrepreneurs.

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Formation State

Select the state where you want to register your business.

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Is this a brand-new company?

Then you want Foreign Registration.

It registers your EXISTING company in that state without creating a second company.

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Company Information

Provide the legal details for your new business entity. Ensure the information matches your official records.

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A short description of your business activities.

warning Pennsylvania requires a specific business purpose. Generic phrases like "any lawful business activity" will be rejected by the PA Department of State.
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Member-managed vs. Manager-managed

Most LLCs are member-managed, meaning all owners participate in running the business. Choose manager-managed if you want to designate specific people (who may or may not be owners) to handle day-to-day operations -- common when some members are passive investors.

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What is a Registered Agent?

Every LLC needs a Registered Agent -- a person or company designated to receive legal and tax documents on behalf of your business. Using our service means you don't need to be available at a physical address during business hours.

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Your Registered Agent address — protects your personal address from public records!
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Member/Manager Details

Identify the individuals who will own and manage your LLC. You must list at least one member.

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Who are the members?

Members are the owners of the LLC. You need at least one. Each member's name and address will appear on the formation documents filed with the state. Ownership percentages should total 100%.

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Which address goes on your filing?

The address you choose here will appear on the publicly filed Articles of Organization. Many business owners use the Registered Agent address for privacy -- your personal address stays off the public record.

Address for state filing

Which address should appear on the Articles of Organization filed with the state?

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Difference between roles?

Members are owners. Managers are individuals appointed by members to handle daily operations. Many LLCs are member-managed.

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