Hidden costs
Fees most calculators leave out.
Annual
Franchise tax
DE: $300/yr LLC, $400 min Corp. CA: $800/yr min. Massachusetts: $500/yr.
First year
Publication
NY requires publication in 2 papers for 6 weeks. $300-$2,000.
Recurring
Registered agent
Every state requires one. $100-$300/yr if you do not act as your own.
Recurring
Annual report fee
Separate from franchise tax. $0-$500/yr.
One-time
Apostille / authentication
For international use. $20-$200 per document.
Recurring
Sales tax registration
Per state where you have nexus. $0-$100 per state.