When forming an LLC, each state charges a filing fee to process a formation filing. This fee can vary by state where some charge as little as less than $50 and some charge as much as $600.
Aside from the filing fee, a few states require post formation publications in newspapers. These states include Arizona and New York. Illinois also has a local county filing and the local county or city may charge a minimal fee.
Each LLC also is required to have a registered agent. If you meet the requirements to serve as the registered agent and you are willing to do so (which means your name and address become publicly affiliated with the LLC and a part of the public record), there is no additional fee. However, if you choose to get a registered agent service, you will pay an additional annual fee for this (usually less than $200 a year).
Those are the standard fees generally applicable to forming an LLC. After formation, most states charge an annual fee to maintain the registration. This fee is usually between $25-$200 but in some states like California ($800), there is a larger fee.
If you want to see a checklist for a limited liability company, I have written an earlier post with one.
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