How to start a company in United States

Last checked: November 2026 · Currency: USD

In the US, companies are formed under state law, so you pick a state as well as a company type. Teams that plan to raise venture capital almost always form a Delaware C-Corp. Teams that want to stay small or bootstrap often form an LLC in their home state. Rules, fees and state taxes differ a lot from state to state, so check your own state's Secretary of State website.

General information, not legal or tax advice. Rules and fees change; always check the official source.

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