A Division of JAPH Investments, LLC

JAPH Business Formation Services

Build Your Business
The Right Way.

From LLC formation to EIN registration and operating agreements — we handle the paperwork so you can focus on building your business. Properly structured from day one.

Why It Matters

Why You Need a Formal Entity

Personal Liability Protection

Separate your personal assets from business debts and legal claims.

Professional Credibility

Clients and vendors take registered businesses more seriously.

Tax Advantages

Unlock business deductions and potential S-Corp tax savings.

Build Business Credit

A properly formed entity is the foundation for building business credit.

What We Handle

Formation Services

LLC Formation

We handle the entire LLC formation process from start to finish — Articles of Organization, state filing, and confirmation documentation.

EIN Registration

Obtain your Employer Identification Number (EIN) from the IRS. Required for opening business bank accounts, hiring employees, and filing taxes.

Registered Agent Services

Maintain a compliant registered agent in your state to receive official legal and government correspondence on behalf of your business.

Operating Agreement

A customized operating agreement that defines ownership structure, member roles, profit distribution, and decision-making procedures.

Multi-State Registration

Already formed in one state but doing business in others? We handle foreign qualification filings so you're compliant wherever you operate.

Annual Report & Compliance

Stay in good standing with annual report filings, registered agent renewals, and compliance reminders so your entity never lapses.

The Process

From Idea to Official Entity

01
STEP 01

Choose Your Entity Type

We help you determine whether an LLC, S-Corp, or C-Corp is the right structure for your business goals, tax situation, and liability needs.

02
STEP 02

Select Your State

We file in your home state or the most advantageous state for your business type. We handle multi-state filings as well.

03
STEP 03

We File on Your Behalf

We prepare and submit all required state documents, Articles of Organization, and any required publication notices.

04
STEP 04

EIN & Operating Agreement

Once your entity is approved, we obtain your EIN from the IRS and draft your customized operating agreement.

05
STEP 05

You're Open for Business

Receive your complete formation package and get guidance on opening your business bank account and next compliance steps.

Pricing

Formation Packages

Transparent, flat-rate pricing with no hidden fees. No contracts — cancel anytime.

Most Popular

LLC / Corporation Formation

$499

No contracts — cancel anytime

  • Secretary of State Filing
  • EIN Number
  • Registered Agent (1 year)
  • QuickBooks Setup + 1 Month Bookkeeping
  • Business Bank Referral and Checklist

Basic Nonprofit Formation

Contact Us

Full IRS Form 1023 is an additional cost

  • Secretary of State Filing
  • EIN Number
  • Bylaws Template
  • IRS 1023-EZ Filing

Registered Agent Service

$125

No contracts — cancel anytime

  • Registered Agent (1 year)
  • SOS Filing Charge
  • State Compliance Filings
  • Annual Report Filing Reminders
  • Document Forwarding
  • Address Change / Forwarding

Annual Business Filing

$75

No contracts — cancel anytime

  • Filing Form 05-102
  • Secretary of State (SOS) fee
  • Certified mail fee
  • $25 processing fee included

Certificate of Business Termination

$125

Full business dissolution handled for you

  • SOS Notification
  • IRS Notification
  • Controller Clearance Letter
Best Value

Annual Compliance Bundle

$175

Save $25 vs. purchasing separately

  • Registered Agent (1 year)
  • Annual Business Filing (Form 05-102)
  • State Compliance Filings
  • Annual Report Filing Reminders
  • Document Forwarding

Ready to Make It Official?

Start Your Business Today

Schedule a free consultation and we'll walk you through the right entity type, state, and structure for your specific goals.

JAPH Business Formation Services is a division of JAPH Investments, LLC. Business formation services are administrative in nature and do not constitute legal advice. We recommend consulting a licensed attorney for complex entity structuring, partnership agreements, or multi-member operating agreements.