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Direct comparison on price, services, content depth, and policies. Updated quarterly.
| Service | Start price | RA after year 1 | Free forms? | Tax CPA network | Restricted industries policy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| File.Business | $0 | $99/yr | 25 interactive | Specialty-matched | Explicit AUP |
| LegalZoom | $0-$249 | $249/yr | Login-walled library | Limited | Not specified |
| Northwest | $39 | $125/yr | Library after account | Limited | Not specified |
| ZenBusiness | $0-$399 | $199/yr | Limited templates | Limited | Not specified |
| Bizee (Incfile) | $0 | $119/yr | Limited | Limited | Not specified |
| CorpNet | $$ | $$ | Limited | Limited | Not specified |
| Tailor Brands | $0+ | Bundled | Limited | Limited | Not specified |
| Swyft Filings | $49 | $199/yr | None | None | Not specified |
| Inc Authority | $0 | Y1 free, then $ | Limited | Tax consult only | Not specified |
| MyCorporation | $99 | $$ | Limited | Limited | Not specified |
| Stripe Atlas | $500 | $100/yr | Cooley templates | Limited | Not specified |
| Doola | $297+ | Bundled | Limited | Built-in service | Not specified |
| Harbor Compliance | $$ | $$ | Limited | Limited | Not specified |
| Rocket Lawyer | $39/mo subscription | $199/yr | Large library (subscription) | Limited | Not specified |
Some competitors match us on price ($0). Others match on service depth. We are the only one that does both at our scale.
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Frequently asked questions
Why is File.Business cheaper than competitors?
Our service fee is $0. Competitors mark up state filing fees and bundle add-ons. We pass state fees through at cost and price tools separately, so you only pay for what you need.
How long has File.Business operated?
Since 2017. We've formed 220,000+ businesses, hold SOC 2 Type II certification, and maintain a BBB A+ rating with 4.9 stars from 8,200+ reviews.
Can I switch from another provider to File.Business?
Yes. We file a change of registered agent with your state at no cost and import your filings into our document vault. Most customers save $100-$400 over the first 3 years.
What if File.Business misses a deadline?
Our penalty-free guarantee covers it. If we miss a state filing deadline, we pay the late fee.
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Real outcomes from real founders
Composite stories from 220,000+ businesses we have helped form and operate since 2017. Names changed; outcomes are typical.
On the $129/yr Compliance Annual Filings plan, we cover state late fees.
When you autofile your annual report through the $129/yr plan and we miss the deadline, we pay the state's late fee. The guarantee applies to that specific plan and the filings it includes. Other File.Business services are billed at the prices on this page.