Pick a name and confirm it is available in your state, usually through your Secretary of State's online business search. Most states also require the name to include "LLC" or "Limited Liability Company."

This is the document that legally creates your LLC with the state. You file it directly with your state's filing office and pay the state's filing fee. SignReady prepares this document for you, state-specific and ready to submit.

Your Employer Identification Number is how the IRS identifies your business for tax purposes. You can apply directly on irs.gov in minutes, free of charge.

A registered agent receives legal and state documents on your business's behalf. In most states this can be you, a trusted contact with a physical address in your state, or a registered agent service. A handful of states have different rules, so confirm your state's specific requirements before deciding.

This document outlines how your LLC is owned and operated. Most banks require it before opening a business account, even for single-member LLCs. SignReady prepares it for you, state-specific and tailored to whether you have one owner or several.

Keeping business and personal finances separate protects your liability shield and makes tax season simpler. Most banks will ask for your Articles of Organization, EIN, and a Banking Resolution authorizing who can open and manage the account.

Before your first sale or your first hire outside of payroll, you need clear written terms. A Service Agreement protects you with clients. An Independent Contractor Agreement protects you with freelancers and subcontractors.

Before sharing your processes, pricing, or proprietary ideas with a contractor, partner, or potential investor, a Non-Disclosure Agreement keeps that information confidential.

An Offer Letter sets expectations before day one. An Employment Agreement formalizes the relationship, covering compensation, responsibilities, and terms.