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About Formation Rated
Formation Rated is a small publication for first-time founders, rating the services that form LLCs, serve as registered agent and register companies in new states, one state at a time.
What the site holds
Each state has three rating pages (registered agents, LLC formation and foreign registration) and every rated company has its own entry. A page begins with the answer, then lists three-year amounts and the state's rules.
Who keeps the books
The Formation Rated editorial team writes and updates every page. It is not a law firm, and nothing here is legal or tax advice.
How the site is funded
Formation Rated is reader-supported. We may earn money when you buy through links on this page, and the companies we rank are our partners. Prices come from each company's own pages and official state sources.
The method at a glance
Every rating follows one method, set out on How we rank.