Forming in Texas
Big-market state with no personal income tax
Texas offers a huge economy, no personal income tax, and a business-friendly climate. The franchise tax has a high no-tax-due threshold, so most small businesses owe nothing, though a Public Information Report is still filed annually.
Key Facts
- Processing Time
- 3-5 business days (expedite available)
- LLC Filing Fee
- $300
- Annual Report
- Yearly — Free
- Best For
- Businesses operating in Texas, larger ventures
Why founders choose Texas
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No personal state income tax
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No franchise tax due for most small businesses
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Second-largest U.S. economy
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Strong banking and business infrastructure
Worth considering
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Higher formation cost than most states
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Annual Public Information Report discloses management
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Franchise tax filing required even when nothing is due
Launch your company in Texas
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LLC Formation
Most Popular- Articles of Organization
- Registered Agent (1 Year)
- Operating Agreement
- IRS EIN Tax ID Registration
C-Corp & S-Corp
Corporate Tier- Articles of Incorporation
- Custom Corporate Bylaws
- First Board Meeting Minutes
- Stock Ledger & Certificates
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New Mexico
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Florida
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California
Required if you operate in the Golden State
Alabama
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Alabama
Straightforward formation in the Deep South
California
Required if you operate in the Golden State
Florida
The operational base for businesses serving U.S. customers
New Mexico
Maximum privacy at the lowest lifetime cost
Delaware
The gold standard for startups raising capital
Montana
Very low-cost formation and upkeep
Colorado
Cheapest annual report in the country
Wyoming
The most founder-friendly state for non-residents
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