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$297/yr

Billed Annually
+ State Fees

LegalZoom
$796/yr

+ $159 One-Time
+ State Fees

LegalZoom

ZenBusiness

Atlas

ZenBusiness
$199/yr

+ $198 One-Time
+ State Fees

LegalZoom

ZenBusiness

Atlas

Atlas
$410 One-Time

+ State Fees

LegalZoom

ZenBusiness

Atlas

U.S. Business Formation
$0 + State Fees$0 + State Fees$0 + State Fees$410 + State Fees
EIN & Operating Agreement
doola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (2)$159 One-Time$198 One-Timedoola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (3)
Registered Agent Service
doola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (4)$299/yr$199/yrdoola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (5)
Annual State Filing
doola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (6)$149/yrdoola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (7)doola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (8)
Mailing/Business Address
doola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (9)$348/yrdoola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (10)doola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (11)

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$167/mo

Billed Annually at $1,999
+ State Fees

Do It Yourself
$4,706/yr

+ $159 One-Time
+ State Fees

Do It Yourself

LegalZoom

ZenBusiness

Atlas

LegalZoom
$796/yr

+ $159 One-Time
+ State Fees

Do It Yourself

LegalZoom

ZenBusiness

Atlas

ZenBusiness
$559/yr

+ $198 One-Time
+ State Fees

Do It Yourself

LegalZoom

ZenBusiness

Atlas

Atlas
$410 One-Time

+ State Fees

Do It Yourself

LegalZoom

ZenBusiness

Atlas

U.S. Business Formation
$0 + State Fees$0 + State Fees
Using LegalZoom
$0 + State Fees$0 + State Fees$410 + State Fees
EIN & Operating Agreement
doola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (13)$159 One-Time
Using LegalZoom
$159 One-Time$198 One-Timedoola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (14)
Registered Agent Service
doola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (15)$199/yr
Using ZenBusiness
$299/yr$199/yrdoola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (16)
Annual State Filing
doola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (17)$149/yr
Using LegalZoom
$149/yrdoola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (18)doola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (19)
Mailing/Business Address
doola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (20)$348/yr
Using LegalZoom
$348/yrdoola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (21)doola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (22)
Bookkeeping Software
doola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (23)$360/yr
Using ZenBusiness
doola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (24)$360/yrdoola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (25)
CPA Tax Consultation
doola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (26)$1,200/yr
Using 3rd Party CPA
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IRS Federal Tax Filing
doola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (30)$2,450/yr
Using Pilot
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$250/mo

Billed Annually at $2,999
+ State Fees

Do It Yourself
$7,694/yr

+ $159 One-Time
+ State Fees

Do It Yourself

LegalZoom

ZenBusiness

Atlas

LegalZoom
$796/yr

+ $159 One-Time
+ State Fees

Do It Yourself

LegalZoom

ZenBusiness

Atlas

ZenBusiness
$559/yr

+ $198 One-Time
+ State Fees

Do It Yourself

LegalZoom

ZenBusiness

Atlas

Atlas
$410 One-Time

+ State Fees

Do It Yourself

LegalZoom

ZenBusiness

Atlas

U.S. Business Formation
$0 + State Fees$0 + State Fees
Using LegalZoom
$0 + State Fees$0 + State Fees$410 + State Fees
EIN & Operating Agreement
doola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (35)$159 One-Time
Using LegalZoom
$159 One-Time$198 One-Timedoola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (36)
Registered Agent Service
doola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (37)$199/yr
Using ZenBusiness
$299/yr$199/yrdoola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (38)
Annual State Filing
doola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (39)$149/yr
Using LegalZoom
$149/yrdoola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (40)doola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (41)
Mailing/Business Address
doola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (42)$348/yr
Using LegalZoom
$348/yrdoola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (43)doola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (44)
Bookkeeping Software
doola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (45)$360/yr
Using ZenBusiness
doola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (46)$360/yrdoola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (47)
Dedicated Bookkeeping
doola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (48)$2,988/yr
Using Bench
doola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (49)doola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (50)doola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (51)
CPA Tax Consultation
doola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (52)$1,200/yr
Using 3rd Party CPA
doola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (53)doola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (54)doola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (55)
IRS Federal Tax Filing
doola vs. Alternatives - doola: Start your dream US business and keep it 100% compliant (56)$2,450/yr
Using Pilot
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Deduct up to $5,000 in startup costs

You can deduct up to $5,000 for organizational expenses in the year your business is formed (including what you spend with doola). Your doola subscription is tax deductible and can be used to offset some of the taxes that your business may need to pay.

These expenses must be recorded in your business accounting books to qualify as a tax deduction,
and you must also retain and maintain receipts for these expenses.


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doola is the best partner who has the ability & flexibility to accommodate the rapid changes that any business will need.

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I had a hassle-free experience with doola. You don’t need to spend hours on researching how to start a company.

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I registered my LLC with doola and there was a night-and-day difference by doing it yourself & also seamless process than others.

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Why should I get an LLC and a business bank account?

Forming an LLC and opening a business bank account are essential steps to protect your personal assets and streamline your finances. An LLC limits your personal liability in case of legal or financial issues, while a business bank account helps you separate personal and business finances, making tax preparation easier and ensuring a more professional image for your business.

Do I need to be a US citizen to work with doola?

No, you don’t! We work with entrepreneurs from around the world to get their businesses incorporated. Don’t take our word for it, though; check out our TrustPilot Page to hear what people globally have to say about doola.

What is an LLC (Limited Liability Company)?

A limited liability company is a formal business structure (created as per state law) where the business is legally distinct from the owner(s). It may have a single owner in the case of a Single-Member LLC or multiple owners in the case of a Multi-Member LLC.

An LLC combines the perks of a corporation (protection against personal liability) and a partnership (pass-through taxation). Since the business has a separate legal existence, the members are not personally liable for the debts and obligations of the Company.

State laws stipulate how LLCs should be incorporated. Some states require specific documents, such as the articles of organization, membership agreement, etc., to be filed with the authorities.

Learn more about LLCs and how they work in FREE ebook.

What information do you need from me to get started?

We don’t need any documents to get started. We just need a few pieces of info from you:

  • Your Company Name
  • Your Personal Address
  • Phone Number and Email (For contact purposes)

Later in the process, you’ll need a passport to set up your bank account.

What is an EIN?

An Employer Identification Number is the tax identification number for your organization and a requirement of many banks or institutions (such as the IRS) to carry out business in the US. Once your EIN is acquired, you can apply for business bank accounts and payment gateways. Learn more about the full process.

What is an ITIN?

An Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN) can be used as an alternative for a Social Security Number (SSN) in some cases and is not a requirement in most cases. However, you will be required to have one if you wish to apply for a PayPal account or certain bank accounts. We walk you through how this process looks like in our guide!

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