Business Formation Checklist
Complete step-by-step guide with time and cost estimates
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Complete
0/20
Tasks Done
Pre-Formation
0/4
Research business structure options
2-4 hours
$0
Choose and verify business name availability
1-2 hours
$0
Create basic business plan
4-8 hours
$0
Decide on state of formation
2-3 hours
$0
Formation Documents
0/4
Appoint registered agent
1 hour
$50-300/year
File Articles of Organization
2 hours
$50-500
Create Operating Agreement
3-5 hours
$0-500
Publish formation notice (if required)
1 hour
$0-2000
Federal & State Requirements
0/4
Obtain Federal EIN from IRS
30 min
$0
Register for state taxes
1 hour
$0-100
Apply for business licenses
2-4 hours
$50-500
Obtain necessary permits
varies
$50-1000
Banking & Insurance
0/4
Open business bank account
1-2 hours
$0-100
Apply for business credit card
1 hour
$0
Purchase business insurance
2-3 hours
$500-2000/year
Set up accounting system
3-5 hours
$0-50/month
Ongoing Compliance
0/4
File annual report (if required)
1 hour
$0-500
File federal/state tax returns
varies
$0-1000
Renew licenses and permits
1-2 hours
varies
Maintain corporate records
ongoing
$0