Inc Authority

Inc Authority: LLC and corporation formation with no service fees

Inc Authority is a U.S. company specializing in the formation of limited liability companies (LLCs), corporations, and 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. Its proposition is based on not charging fees for processing: the client only pays the mandatory fees of the state where the entity is registered, which the company notes are tax-deductible. The firm claims to have served over 500,000 entrepreneurs and has a rating of 4.9 out of 5 based on more than 48,970 verified reviews, according to data it publishes itself.

What the free formation package includes

The no-service-fee formation service includes a series of benefits that the company details on its website:

• Verification of availability and compliance of the business name in the chosen state before submitting the application.
• Preparation and filing of all formation documents with the corresponding state authority.
• Registered agent service for the first year.
• Obtaining the EIN (federal tax identification number).
• 24-hour processing.
• Creation of a custom website.
• Business funding and credit analysis.
• Secure cloud storage of documents with permanent access.
• Immediate digital delivery of documentation.
• Tax planning consultation.
• Support from formation specialists, with assistance by email and phone.

The company states that 97% of its clients choose to form an LLC in their home state. The online registration process is described as completable in about five minutes, selecting the entity type (LLC, corporation, S corporation, or nonprofit corporation) and the state.

Additional services and business products

Beyond formation, Inc Authority offers a catalog of complementary services that includes: business and personal tax preparation with a hotline, personal banking services, business success advising, branded website design with address and email, legal documents packages (bylaws, minutes and resolutions, operating agreement), S corporation election amendment filing, business plans, federal trademark registration, revocable living trusts, business credit building, and digital marketing. It also sells premium service bundles and partner offers.

Stated guarantees and commitments

The company maintains that it does not apply hidden charges and that, in the event of filing errors, it corrects them at no additional cost. It claims to have more than 30 years of experience in business formation and that each document is reviewed by regulatory compliance specialists. Its support team is based in the United States and is available Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time, according to the contact information published.

Price comparison with other providers

On its page, Inc Authority compares its rates with those of competitors such as LegalZoom and ZenBusiness. While the latter advertise costs of $378 and $298 respectively, plus state fees and annual renewals, Inc Authority presents a cost of $0 for LLC formation, registered agent, and EIN, with only the mandatory state fees to pay. The company also mentions a bonus of between $300 and $800 for those who open a Business Advantage Banking account and an eligible business credit card with qualifying activities, products provided by Bank of America, N.A., member FDIC.

Benefits the company attributes to the LLC

Inc Authority lists a series of advantages of forming an LLC: limited liability protection for owners, simplified operations with fewer documentation requirements than a C corporation, flexibility in ownership and management structure (single-member or multi-member, member-managed or manager-managed), greater credibility and reputation compared to a sole proprietorship, and access to funding options upon starting to build credit history. The firm explains that the LLC is taxed as a pass-through entity, so profits are distributed to owners and reported on their personal taxes, avoiding the double taxation that can occur in a C corporation.

Location and contact

Phone: (877) 462-6366 · Email: info@incauthority.com · Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Pacific Time)