If you want to form a business entity that earns a profit, but limits taxes and personal liability, you may want to consider forming a Limited Liability Company (LLC). LLCs also have the same powers afforded to a corporation. Forming an LLC in Rhode Island is easy, fast, and affordable.
| Rhode Island LLC Costs | |
|---|---|
| TotalLegal Fee | $99 |
| Rhode Island Filing Fee | $156 |
| Total | $255 |
The name of the limited liability company must include “Limited Liability Company,” or the letters “L.L.C.” with or without punctuation.
You will need to provide the name of your LLC, the principal office address of the LLC, the Registered Agent's name and physical address, and the name(s) and address(es) of the member(s) (the owners) of the LLC.
Processing time can vary, but Rhode Island filings typically take 1-2 business days. When approved, TotalLegal will upload your Articles of Organization to your account, and send you an email letting you know you are approved to do business in Rhode Island.
It's not hard at all. Each Rhode Island LLC is required to file an annual report. The annual report is due September 1st to November 1st each year. The fee is $0. The biennial report and the fee can be completed and paid easiy online.
Making changes to your LLC in Rhode Island is pretty inexpensive compared to other states. Most changes you need to amend your LLC and/or change your Registered Agent can be done online, most for $53.00 or less.
TotalLegal provides your LLC with a free Operating Agreement, which makes opening a bank account for your LLC in Rhode Island very easy.
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