$29 · AI-Native Company Formation
LLC Formation for Solo Founders & Freelancers
You built the whole thing yourself. One conversation protects it.
I'll do the filing with you: company type, name, registered agent and the state's paperwork.
Have you formed a company before?
I'll explain each choice as we go. For a solo software company, a Wyoming LLC is the usual low-cost choice. There's no board to run, and you don't need a US address or SSN.
What should it be called?
No trademark conflicts for Northwind Labs, LLC, and the domain is free. I've drafted your Articles of Organization and added your registered agent. Read it all before I send anything.
Submit it to the state?
Sent to the Wyoming Secretary of State. The state decides how long its review takes.
What it costs
The lowest total price we could find.
$29 to form, plus a registered agent at $79/year ($49 in Wyoming) and your state's filing fee.
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Fees only, not feature lists. No row includes a state filing fee unless it says so. Competitor prices checked on 30 August 2026.
| Provider | Advertised | Year 1 | 2 years | 3 years | Renews at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lovie (Wyoming) $29 To file, once+$49 Registered agent, because your state requires one Nothing else from us renews | $29 | $78 | $127 | $176 | $49/yr |
| Lovie (other states) $29 To file, once+$79 Registered agent, because your state requires one Nothing else from us renews | $29 | $108 | $187 | $266 | $79/yr |
| Northwest $39 Filing+$200 EIN, because you have no US SSN Even with an SSN their EIN is $50. Agent free the first year, then $125 | $39 | $239 | $364 | $489 | $125/yr |
| Bizee Standard $199 Standard (their $0 Basic has no EIN or operating agreement) Agent free the first year, then $149 | $0 | $199 | $348 | $497 | $149/yr |
| Stripe Atlas $500 Delaware package, state fee and EIN included Delaware only. Buys startup paperwork this table has not priced | $500 | $500 | $600 | $700 | $100/yr |
| Tailor Brands $0 Lite formation+$199 Registered agent, never included+$128 EIN and operating agreement The free tier is the entrance to a branding subscription | $0 | $327 | $526 | $725 | $199/yr |
| doola Starter $222 Starter subscription, first year, EIN included A subscription that renews at $297 | $222 | $222 | $519 | $816 | $297/yr |
| Clerky $427 Incorporation, state fee and EIN included+$299 Governance and equity setup Delaware C-Corps only | $427 | $726 | $851 | $976 | $125/yr |
| LegalZoom Pro $249 Pro (their $0 Basic has no EIN or operating agreement)+$249 Registered agent The attorney plan is a trial that converts at $49/month | $0 | $498 | $747 | $996 | $249/yr |
| Rocket Lawyer Plus $249 Membership, which the free formation requires+$70 EIN, at member price+$125 Registered agent Cancel the membership and every item price goes back up | $0 | $444 | $818 | $1,192 | $374/yr |
| ZenBusiness Pro $199 Pro (their $0 Starter is only the formation filing)+$199 Registered agent EIN, operating agreement and compliance exist only on Pro. Both it and the agent recur | $0 | $398 | $796 | $1,194 | $398/yr |
| Firstbase $99 Start, promotional, EIN included+$299 Registered agent+$315 A US mailing address The $99 is a promotion on a $399 product | $99 | $713 | $1,327 | $1,941 | $614/yr |
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A Wyoming LLC gives solo founders and freelancers the liability protection of a corporation with the simplicity of a sole proprietorship — pass-through taxes, no double taxation, and no board of directors. Lovie sets it up in one conversation.
$29 flat. No monthly fee.
No US address or SSN needed
Real people with law degrees
What you get
What Lovie does for your company.
01 / Formation
LLC and C-Corp formation
Form an LLC or C-Corp in Wyoming, Delaware or any other state. Lovie prepares the documents and files them with the state. You read and approve everything first.
02 / Setup
A company you can use
Once the state approves it, your company legally exists. It can sign contracts and hire people. Founders outside the US do all of this remotely, with no SSN or US address.
03 / Agent
Registered agent
Every state requires one. It's the address that gets official mail for your company, and it goes on public records instead of your home address. We're your agent in your formation state for $79 a year ($49 in Wyoming), and we scan that mail to your dashboard.
04 / Compliance
Deadline reminders
Most states want a yearly report and fee. We remind you before each one is due, so you don't pay a late penalty.
05 / AI Tools
Works with your AI tools
Use ChatGPT, Claude or Cursor? Connect Lovie and ask about your company: what's been filed, what's due next, where each document is.
Why Lovie
The LLC a solo founder actually needs. Nothing you don't.
Wyoming: Best State for Solo Operators
$0 state income tax. $60/yr annual report fee. No public disclosure of your name. Lovie recommends Wyoming for most solo founders.
One Price, No Lawyer Fees
Lovie is $29 one-time, covering formation and filing prep, and registered agent with digital mail is $79/year — everything LegalZoom bills separately.
Professional From Day One
Invoice as your LLC, open a business bank account, and separate your finances from day one.
Compliance Without Stress
Annual report deadlines tracked — Lovie alerts you before they're due.
FAQ
Questions solo founders and freelancers actually ask.
Why Wyoming? Can't I just form in my home state?
Wyoming has the best LLC laws for solo operators: $0 state income tax, $60/yr annual report fee (vs. $800/yr in California), strong asset protection, and no public member disclosure. If you're a remote freelancer or online business, Wyoming almost always wins.
Do I still pay state income tax if I live in California but form in Wyoming?
Yes — you pay income tax where you live, not where your LLC is formed. Wyoming doesn't exempt you from California income tax. The advantage is avoiding Wyoming state income tax and paying just $60/yr. Consult a CPA for your specific situation.
What's the difference between an LLC and a sole proprietorship?
A sole proprietorship has no legal separation — every lawsuit lands on you personally. An LLC creates a separate entity. If a client sues, they sue the LLC, not you.
How is Lovie different from LegalZoom or Incfile?
Competitors charge hundreds upfront, then add yearly fees for registered agent. Bizee (formerly Incfile) has a 'free' tier that still charges a yearly registered agent fee with no compliance guidance. Lovie is $29 one-time, with registered agent at $79/year. State filing fees are paid separately, directly to your state.
Can I invoice clients through my LLC right away?
Yes. Enterprise clients often pay faster and with fewer questions.
Do I need an operating agreement as a single-member LLC?
Most states don't require one, but it's smart to have — it documents that your LLC is a separate entity if you ever face a legal dispute. Lovie prepares a basic one as part of your formation.
How does a Wyoming LLC affect my self-employment taxes?
A single-member LLC is taxed as a sole proprietorship by default — profits flow to your personal return and you pay self-employment tax (15.3%). A CPA can advise when an S-Corp election makes sense at your income level.
What does the Lovie plan cover?
One flat price, charged once.
Free tools
Not ready to file yet? Start here.
LLC or C-Corp? Ask Lovie →
Tell Lovie your plans and get a recommendation. Nothing is filed unless you approve it.
Business name generator →
Get name ideas with a short reason for each, then form the company in the same chat.
Formation checklist →
Every step, from choosing a company type to yearly deadlines. Free, no sign-up.
Trademark check →
Check existing trademarks before you pick a name.
$29 once to form your LLC or C-Corp. You also pay your state's filing fee, straight to the state, and a registered agent at $79/year ($49 in Wyoming). Terms apply.