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Start, grow, and manage your business. We're with you each step of the way.
The first step is to decide in which state you want your business
to be incorporated. Next, which legal entity type you want within that state. There are benefits
to each choice and we've laid out some information below to help you decide. The most common
option is an LLC incorporated in Delaware.
LLC. A
limited liability company is an organizational business structures in the United States that
helps business owners separate their personal liabilities from the business liabilities.
C-Corporation.
A corporation is an independent entity for tax purposes. Corporations generally pay
corporate taxes on their own profits, and their shareholders pay personal income on the capital
distributed to them.
Delaware.
The gold standard for startups planning to raise funding from angel investors and venture
capital firms. Most Fortune 500 companies are incorporated in Delaware.
Wyoming.
Great state for smaller, privately controlled companies. Extremely low cost, very
manageable, and flexible as your company grows.
Once we receive your application, we start the process by
submitting your forms to the relevant state and federal agencies. We'll follow up with you and
track the progress daily to ensure you get your application processed as fast as possible.
Depending on how quickly the state agencies process the registration, you should receive your
paperwork back in as little as a week.
Form 8821. Signing
this form authorizes our dedicated team of EIN specialists to get updates on your EIN status
and retrieve your EIN letter.
Form SS-4. The
Application for Employer Identification Number (SS-4) is the IRS form that we use to apply for
an EIN for your new company.
We've got you covered. Our full integration with digital
banking partners makes the application process completely automated so you won't have to worry
about anything.
Bank account is subject to the approval of our partners.
The Employer Identification Number (EIN) identifies the
company to complete its federal filings, and to open bank accounts. We function as an authorized
third party to offer expedited EIN services to customers. You don’t need to be a US resident
to get your EIN. No SSN or ITIN is required.
Employer Identification Number
12-3456789
We prepare a set of essential legal documents after
incorporation. Post-Incorporation documents provide clear and necessary information about company
owners, operations, and other vital details about the company once incorporation has been
completed. All of the documents will be prepared with standard terms used by top startups.
To remain in compliant standing, the purchase of Start must
include the purchase of Agent starting at $149/yr.
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To remain in compliant standing, the purchase of Start must
include the purchase of Mailroom starting at $35/mo.
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Firstbase Discovery allows our network of VCs to view your
business as a potential investment opportunity. All you need to do is opt into the discovery
program. From there, VCs can reach out if they want to learn more.
With your business entity created and set up, you'll have
access to exclusive rewards and perks available only to Firstbase customers. It's a full menu of
software and services that accelerate company growth to give you a major competitive advantage in
your industry.
Start, grow, and manage your business. We're with you each step of the way.