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First-time Washington State business owner? Think you might need an LLC?
I can form your Washington LLC for you … BUT … I’d much rather help you do it yourself! I call it the Self-Help Route.
If you’re going to run a company, you should understand the steps that go into making it official. That’s not possible if someone else does all the work for you. Starting an LLC in Washington is simple and cheap. It essentially consists of: (1) submitting an LLC application, (2) applying for a business license (and maybe a trade name), and (3) obtaining a federal Employer Identification Number.
I like to help people through all three steps in a way that allows them to be involved and doesn’t cost them an arm and a leg. If you choose the Self-Help Route, it’ll cost you:
$75 for an initial consultation.
$400 Paid to The Longhair Lawyer (includes: reviewing each application with you; a generic LLC Operating Agreement; and an overview memorandum explaining upcoming filing requirements, licensing requirements, and how to obtain a bank account).
$200 Paid to the WA Secretary of State (to cover the cost of your online LLC application ($180 if you do it by mail).
$90 Paid to the WA Department of Revenue (to file your Washington business license application - an additional $10 for each trade name you wish to reserve).
***Please note your business may need to file for additional city endorsements, WA Department of Licensing applications, and have other costs that cannot be predicted prior to a consultation. Filing and guidance on these items is not included.
***Please note that specialized operating agreements and S-Corp-ready operating agreements are not included with the Self-Help Route.
Washington State Entity Formation Pricing
Filing fees are included in flat-rate pricing.
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If you prefer the Self-Help Route, you can hire The Longhair Lawyer to guide you through the process of forming your Washington LLC. Additional fees to the State of Washington State are $270+ (see full description above).
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If you’re willing to put in the time and work, you CAN create business entities on your own. If you just need a little help here and there, you can engage The Longhair Lawyer to advise you on things like:
• Which type of entity to form, how to file, and which third-party services are worth using;
• How to obtain trade names, fictitious business names, business licenses, and an Employer Identification Number (EIN);
• How to create and maintain bylaws, articles of organization, operating agreements, and other important documents;
• How to choose a registered agent, make statements of information, and meet other reporting requirements.
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The agreement that dictates how business is conducted and how ownership of the LLC can be transferred.
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An LLC operating agreement, written to comply with the IRS requirements for an LLC making an S-Corp election.
(Filings for your S-Corp Election should be completed by your tax accountant)
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Includes:
• Overview Memorandum
• Certificate of Formation
• Operating Agreement
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Includes:
• Overview Memorandum
• Certificate of Formation
• Operating Agreement
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Everything you get with the LLC Package, plus:
• An S-Corp Ready LLC Agreement
(Filings for your S-Corp Election should be completed by your tax accountant)
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• Overview Memorandum
• Articles of Incorporation
• Corporate Bylaws
(Filings for your S-Corp Election should be completed by your tax accountant)
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Some things just aren’t one-size-fits-all!
California Entity Formation Pricing
Filing fees are included in flat-rate pricing.
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If you’re willing to put in the time and work, you CAN create business entities on your own. The Longhair Lawyer to advise you on things like:
• Which type of entity to form, how to file, and which third-party services are worth using;
• How to obtain trade names, fictitious business names, business licenses, and an Employer Identification Number (EIN);
• How to create and maintain bylaws, articles of organization, operating agreements, and other important documents;
• How to choose a registered agent, make statements of information, and meet other reporting requirements.
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The agreement that dictates how business is conducted and how ownership of the LLC can be transferred.
-
An LLC operating agreement, written to comply with the IRS requirements for an LLC making an S-Corp election.
(Filings for your IRS S-Corp Election should be completed by your tax accountant)
-
Includes:
• Overview Memorandum
• Certificate of Formation
• Operating Agreement
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Includes:
• Overview Memorandum
• Certificate of Formation
• Operating Agreement
-
Everything you get with the LLC Package, plus:
• An S-Corp Ready LLC Agreement
(Filings for your IRS S-Corp Election should be completed by your tax accountant)
(Filings for your CA S-Corp Election should be completed by your tax accountant)
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Includes:
• Overview Memorandum
• Articles of Incorporation
• Corporate Bylaws
• Employee Identification Number (EIN)
(Filings for your IRS S-Corp Election should be completed by your tax accountant)
(Filings for your CA S-Corp Election should be completed by your tax accountant)
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Some things just aren’t one-size-fits-all!