{"id":16133,"date":"2023-04-06T19:40:30","date_gmt":"2023-04-06T14:10:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stechguide.com\/?p=16133"},"modified":"2023-04-06T19:40:30","modified_gmt":"2023-04-06T14:10:30","slug":"what-elements-to-look-for-to-find-the-right-llc-service","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stechguide.com\/what-elements-to-look-for-to-find-the-right-llc-service\/","title":{"rendered":"What Elements to Look for to Find the Right LLC Service"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Starting a limited liability company (LLC) can be a complicated and daunting process, which is why many entrepreneurs choose to hire an LLC formation service. These services file the necessary documents with your state and also offer other documents and services to help you get your LLC in order.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But with so many LLC services in the market, it can be difficult to decide which one to choose. You\u2019ll have to explore your options and see which one is the right fit for you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here you\u2019ll find details of the elements that you should look for as you do your LLC service research.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Services Offered<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to business formation, there are several other documents and services offered by LLC formation companies that can be extremely helpful to you when starting a business. One that is particularly important is an operating agreement.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An operating agreement is only required in a few states, but it\u2019s critical for all LLCs to have one. The operating agreement will define ownership percentages of the LLC, how profits and losses will be distributed, and the management structure of the company. It will also include provisions regarding member voting rights, how ownership can be transferred, and what happens if a member becomes disabled or dies.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unless you plan to have an attorney draw up your operating agreement, you\u2019ll want to choose an LLC service that provides a customizable operating agreement template.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other services you might need include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An EIN application service<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Registered agent services<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Business license guidance<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Annual compliance services to help you keep track of filing deadlines<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Business tax and accounting consultations<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certificates of Good Standing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Banking resolution documents<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Expedited filing of your LLC formation documents<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some services also offer extras such as a domain name and website.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s up to you to determine which services you need and to look for a service that meets your needs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Price<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of course, price is a consideration. Nearly all LLC formation services offer at least one package of services, but most offer three options. Package prices vary between services, sometimes significantly. Some services offer an entry-level package that has no fee except for normal state filing fees.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll need to explore the package offerings of different services to find the plan that offers what you need at an affordable price.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most LLC companies also offer a la carte services that you can add to any of their plans, or just buy alone. You\u2019ll want to be conscious of the prices of these services, as some are just not worth the cost. For example, many services offer an EIN application service for around $100, but you can apply for an EIN easily yourself on the IRS website for free.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Customer Reviews<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You certainly should hear what real customers have to say about the services! The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbb.org\/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIvMiqvoGT_gIV_mpvBB06Tg4ZEAAYASAAEgKUxPD_BwE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Better Business Bureau<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.trustpilot.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trustpilot<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are great resources. Spend some time reading both good and bad reviews and look for red flags, such as surprise charges or slow turnaround times. Also, look at the overall ratings and scores for the LLC services that you\u2019re researching to make comparisons.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can also <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/stepbystepbusiness.com\/best-llc-services\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">get more info<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> by reading professional reviews. These are reviews generally done by companies that specialize in providing educational content for business owners. They generally explore all the elements of the LLC services from a customer\u2019s perspective and provide detailed information about their experience.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ease of Use<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You should also gauge the usability of the site and the ease of the LLC formation ordering process. You\u2019ll probably be using the company\u2019s site on an ongoing basis to access your documents and for any ongoing services that you purchase, so you want a site that provides a good experience.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, consider how easy it is to find information on the site. You don\u2019t want to have to spend time looking for information that you need.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Turnaround Time<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll want to check each service\u2019s average turnaround times for your LLC formation. Some services will submit your documents right away, while others will only prioritize your documents if you pay an additional fee. Turnaround times are dependent on your state\u2019s turnaround times, but you want to choose a service that will file your documents in a timely manner.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some services disclose average turnaround times on their site, while with other services, you may have to call their customer support line to find out.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most states also have the option to expedite your LLC formation for an additional state fee. The LLC services will give you the option to elect this state expedited filing, but you\u2019ll pay fees to both the service and the state.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some services include expedited filing in their service packages, but you\u2019ll still be responsible for the state filing fees.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cancellation Policies<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Read the fine print!\u00a0 You\u2019ll want to thoroughly read the company\u2019s cancellation policy to make sure that if you cancel recurring services, you\u2019ll stop being charged right away. You\u2019ll also want to find out the process of cancellation. Sometimes services require that you make certain filings with your state before they will cancel your services.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, if you purchased registered agent services but you want to cancel and be your own registered agent, you may have to notify the state before the LLC service company will stop charging you.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Customer Service<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finally, you\u2019ll want to make sure that you\u2019re going to receive excellent customer service from the company. Customer reviews are a good place to find out the good and the bad about each service\u2019s customer support, but you\u2019ll also want to test it yourself.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019re likely to have questions before you order your services, so use their chat, email, and phone support and see how it goes. With some services, you\u2019ll find that their customer support routes you to a salesperson, which means you\u2019re going to get a sales pitch on purchasing additional services.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You want a company that will actually support you, not try to keep digging into your wallet.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In Closing<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It will take you some time and effort to explore your options, but it\u2019s worth it to be able to find an LLC service that offers you what you need at a good price, and that will provide you with a positive overall experience. Having your LLC formation handled smoothly and properly can help your business get off on the right foot so that you can start making money!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Starting a limited liability company (LLC) can be a complicated and daunting process, which is why many entrepreneurs choose to hire an LLC formation service. 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