Service · For startups raising money
A C-Corp is the structure US venture investors expect: shares they can buy, stock options for your team, and a clean cap table. We form it properly from day one.
Start your C-Corp See pricingIf you will raise from angels or VCs, a C-Corp is the standard structure — investors can hold shares and your company can issue stock options.
Most US startups incorporate in Delaware for its business-friendly courts and investor familiarity. Delaware's state fee is $110, plus its annual franchise tax. We file in any state you choose — compare states.
If you are bootstrapped, an LLC is usually cheaper and simpler to run. Our 7-question flow recommends the right one — we ask about investment plans directly.
Prepared and filed with the state — Professional filed within 7 business days, Premium within 72 hours.
EIN filed with the IRS using the SS-4 process for foreign founders.
A US-registered agent in your formation state, included for a full year.
A real US business address for your corporation, with mail forwarding for the first year.
Corporate bylaws document, banking resolution, and a Mercury/Wise introduction pack for your bank application.
Premium adds a Stripe-readiness review, a fintech bank account application, a 1:1 strategy call, compliance reminders and priority support.
$199 + state fee
Filed within 7 business days · Average delivery 14 days · Full service-fee refund if not filed within 30 days
$399 + state fee
Filed within 72 hours · Average delivery 10 days · Full service-fee refund if not filed within 21 days
We are not a law firm or a CPA. For share structure, founder vesting and tax elections, consult a US startup attorney or accountant — we will tell you plainly when your case needs one.
Raising venture investment → C-Corp. Bootstrapped and keeping profits simple → LLC is usually better. Our guided flow asks about your investment plans and recommends one.
Delaware has specialised business courts, predictable corporate law, and paperwork investors already know. It costs more to run (franchise tax), so it only makes sense if you plan to raise.
Yes. There is no US citizenship or residency requirement for C-Corp shareholders, and we file your EIN without an SSN.
Renewal Care $99/year + compliance filing $99/year + your state's fees at cost. Delaware corporations also pay an annual franchise tax to the state. State fees are non-refundable.
Answer 7 quick questions. We recommend the right structure and show you the full total — before you pay anything.
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