Everything you need to register your business in any state
Stop piecing together compliance info from a dozen sources. We've compiled the registration requirements for all 50 states in one place.
Starting Your Business
The essential steps to legally form and operate your business
Choose your business structure
LLC, S-Corp, C-Corp, or Sole Proprietorship. Most small businesses start as LLCs for liability protection and tax flexibility.
Develop a business plan
Define your market, revenue model, and operational strategy. Essential for staying focused and attracting investors or lenders.
Get your EIN from the IRS
Your Employer Identification Number is free and takes minutes to get online at IRS.gov. Required for taxes, banking, and hiring.
Register with Secretary of State
File your formation documents and pay the state filing fee. Requirements and costs vary by state.
Open a business bank account
Keep personal and business finances separate. You'll need your EIN and formation documents.
Get business liability insurance
Protect yourself from lawsuits and claims. General liability insurance is a smart starting point for most businesses.
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- 50-state business registration database
- 9 compliance tools (calculators, trackers, templates)
- Document templates worth $5,000+
- Tax withholding & UI registration guides
- First 90 days hiring roadmap
- Regular updates as laws change
When You're Ready to Hire
Additional requirements once you bring on employees
Register for state tax withholding
Most states require you to register to withhold state income taxes from employee paychecks.
Register for unemployment insurance
Every state requires employers to register for UI and pay into the state unemployment fund.
Set up new hire reporting
Federal law requires reporting new hires within 20 days. Some states have stricter deadlines.
Understand your payroll obligations
Minimum wage, overtime rules, pay frequency requirements, and final paycheck laws all vary by state.
Powerful Compliance Tools
Interactive calculators, trackers, and templates that save you thousands in professional fees
💰First Employee Cost Calculator
Calculate the true cost of hiring including all payroll taxes, workers comp, and state-specific requirements.
Use ToolNew📋Multi-State Compliance Tracker
Track your registration status, deadlines, and requirements across all states where you operate.
Use Tool📊State Comparison Tool
Compare LLC costs, taxes, and employer requirements side-by-side across states.
Use ToolCritical👥Contractor vs Employee Assessment
Interactive questionnaire to determine W-2 vs 1099 classification with state-specific rules.
Use ToolSave $5K+📄Document Templates
Operating agreements, offer letters, contractor agreements, NDAs - worth $5,000+ from a lawyer.
Use Tool⚠️Penalty Guide
Know what happens if you miss a deadline. Real penalty amounts for late filings and compliance failures.
Use ToolWhat's inside the full site
Everything you need to stay compliant from day one
📄State Tax Withholding Registration
Where and how to register for state income tax withholding in each state, including links, forms, and timelines.
🛡️Unemployment Insurance Setup
State-by-state unemployment insurance registration requirements, rates, and wage bases.
👥New Hire Reporting
Every state's new hire reporting requirements, deadlines, and submission methods.
📅Filing Deadlines Calendar
Annual report due dates, tax filing deadlines, and compliance calendars for every state.
📚The Founder's Compliance Guide
Our complete ebook on building a business the right way—what nobody tells you about payroll, compliance, and avoiding costly mistakes.
🔄Lifetime Updates
Laws change. Fees change. You'll always have access to the latest information.
Get the complete compliance toolkit
Stop Googling. Start building. Get instant access to everything you need to register and stay compliant in any state.
- 50-state registration requirements database
- 9 interactive compliance tools & calculators
- Document templates worth $5,000+
- Tax withholding & unemployment guides
- New hire reporting requirements
- Regular updates as laws change