Evidence study
What does a "$0 LLC" actually cost?
A $0 offer normally describes the provider's entry service fee, not the complete LLC cost. Government filing fees still apply unless a source explicitly says they are bundled, and registered-agent renewals, EIN assistance, documents, or subscriptions may be separate.
What the claim usually means
Free formation advertising is a starting point, not a total-cost promise.
Mandatory state fees
State filing fees normally sit outside the provider service fee and vary by jurisdiction.
Renewal exposure
Registered-agent service can be included for year one and still renew at a paid annual rate.
Checkout add-ons
EIN help, documents, compliance subscriptions, and expedited processing can change the final cart.
LegalNature
Advertised: $0 provider service fee.
Practical tracked package: $119 (LegalNature+ annual membership).
Agent renewal: $125/year.
Check official offerFormations
Advertised: $0 provider service fee.
Practical tracked package: $249 (Essentials).
Agent renewal: $199/year.
Check official offerFour checks before checkout
- Add your state's mandatory filing fee.
- Separate included first-year services from renewal prices.
- Compare EIN assistance with the IRS direct application option.
- Save the final cart and cancellation terms before paying.