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The standard structure for companies that plan to raise venture capital, issue stock options or go public.
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What is a C-Corporation?
The standard structure for companies that plan to raise venture capital, issue stock options or go public.
Key facts
- Flexibility & easeMost formal structure: board of directors, bylaws and stock records.
- OwnershipUnlimited shareholders, multiple share classes, foreign owners allowed.
- TaxationTaxed at the corporate level; dividends taxed again to shareholders.
- Liability protectionStrong separation between the company and its owners.
- ComplianceAnnual meetings, minutes, franchise taxes in some states.
Great choice for
Startups seeking investorsTech companiesBusinesses with foreign owners
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C-Corporation formation packages
Three packages, one-time payment. Pick the level of support that fits your launch.
Silver
$236 + state fee
Everything you need to get filed
- Preparation & filing of formation documents
- Unlimited business name searches
- Statement of organizer
- Lifetime compliance alerts
- Online order status tracking
- Registered agent service (first year free)
- Operating agreement template
- EIN / Tax ID number (IRS Form SS-4)
RECOMMENDED
Gold
$500 + state fee
Our most popular package for new founders
- Preparation & filing of formation documents
- Unlimited business name searches
- Statement of organizer
- Lifetime compliance alerts
- Online order status tracking
- Registered agent service (first year free)
- Operating agreement template
- EIN / Tax ID number (IRS Form SS-4)
BEST VALUE
Platinum
$700 + state fee
Full-service formation with premium support
- Preparation & filing of formation documents
- Unlimited business name searches
- Statement of organizer
- Lifetime compliance alerts
- Online order status tracking
- Registered agent service (first year free)
- Operating agreement template
- EIN / Tax ID number (IRS Form SS-4)
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Most C-Corporation orders are prepared and submitted within one business day.
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