What does the Lovie plan include?

Formation is $499 one-time and includes your LLC or C-Corp prepared and submitted, the state filing fee (we pay your state), a year of registered agent service with digital mail scanning, your EIN application, a domain name for a year, post-incorporation documents (bylaws, operating agreement, stock purchase agreement and more), AI-guided formation, a real-time dashboard, and priority support. The registered agent renews at $79/year from year two.

Can I really form a company from my IDE?

Yes. Lovie is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) tool — it connects to Claude Code, Cursor, Manus, Replit, or any MCP-compatible editor. You type natural-language commands, answer a few questions, and your LLC or C-Corp is filed. You can also use our open-source CLI: npx create-llc.

How does billing work?

Formation is a one-time $499 charge, the same in every state, with the state filing fee and the first year of registered agent service included. There is no second payment at checkout. The registered agent renews at $79/year from year two.

Can I trust AI with company formation?

Lovie uses state-verified legal templates — the same standard forms used by traditional filing services. AI handles data entry, validation, and workflow automation — not legal judgment calls. You review and approve every document before submission.

What is the LLC-to-C-Corp conversion?

You launch lean as an LLC, then convert to a Delaware C-Corp when raising VC. LLC-to-C-Corp conversion through Lovie is coming soon.

How long does state processing take?

Delaware typically processes within 1-3 business days. Wyoming often processes same-day. Lovie submits your filing as soon as you approve it — we add zero delays on our end.

No. We automate company formation filings as a technology platform. We handle filings — not legal counsel. Consult a licensed attorney for personalized legal advice.

Lovie vs Stripe Atlas: Objective Formation Service Comparison

Objective comparison of Lovie and Stripe Atlas for developer-founders, evaluating cost structure, state flexibility, and technical integration capabilities.

By Omer Aydin · 2026-07-28

Lovie vs Stripe Atlas: Objective Formation Service Comparison

Stripe Atlas and Lovie both target technology startups and international founders. This objective comparison evaluates their structural approaches, cost efficiency, and operational flexibility for developer-led companies in 2026.

Methodology

This analysis reviews the official documentation, pricing structures, and post-formation obligations of both platforms. The focus is strictly on Delaware C-Corporation and LLC formation for technology startups.

Lovie Overview

Lovie is an API-first platform utilizing the Model Context Protocol (MCP) to integrate company formation directly into the developer workflow.

Pros

One-time $499 formation price, the same in every state, with the state filing fee, first-year registered agent service, and the EIN application included; the agent renews at $79/year.
Allows formation of entities in multiple states (e.g., Wyoming, Delaware).
MCP integration allows developers to manage corporate state via command-line or IDE.

Cons

Does not provide immediate, guaranteed access to specific banking partners.
Requires users to be comfortable with developer-centric tooling.

Stripe Atlas Overview

Stripe Atlas is a specialized product from the payment processing giant, designed to seamlessly onboard startups into the Stripe ecosystem.

Pros

Highly streamlined process optimized specifically for Delaware C-Corps and LLCs.
Includes standardized legal templates (post-incorporation setup, 83(b) elections).
Fast-tracks approval for Stripe payment processing and partner bank accounts.

Cons

Upfront cost of $500, for Delaware only.
Registered agent services cost $100 annually after the first year.
Strictly limited to Delaware entities; founders cannot choose Wyoming or other states.

Comparative Data

Metric	Lovie	Stripe Atlas
Initial Cost	$499 (state filing fee included)	$500
State Options	Multiple (DE, WY, etc.)	Delaware Only
Registered Agent	Included year 1, then $79/year	$100/year
Primary Interface	IDE / API	Web Dashboard

Technical founders evaluating infrastructure options can review the developer-centric formation platform for details on MCP implementation.

References

[1] Stripe Atlas Official Documentation [2] Delaware Division of Corporations

Form your company with Lovie — $499 one-time, with the state filing fee and a year of registered agent included.

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