What the $99 ABS LLC formation fee covers
The $99 ABS service fee covers preparation and filing of your LLC formation documents with the state. This includes name verification, articles of organization preparation, and submission. The state government fee is separate and varies by state.
State fees vary — some examples
State government filing fees for LLC formation range from about $40 to about $500. Kentucky charges about $40. Delaware charges about $90. California charges about $70. Massachusetts charges about $500. ABS confirms the exact state fee for your specific state before any work begins.
First-year registered agent is included
When you form your LLC through ABS, the first year of registered-agent support is included at no extra charge. That means a real street address in your formation state, same-day scanning of state and legal mail, and email alerts for time-sensitive documents. After the first year, registered-agent support renews at $125 per year.
Annual-report handling: $100 plus state fees
Most states require an annual or biennial report to keep your LLC active. ABS handles this for $100 plus the state's government filing fee. If you are a registered-agent client, ABS sends you an email reminder before the deadline. Missing the report can put your company out of good standing.
What is not included in the $99
The $99 does not include state government fees, EIN application, tax filing, bookkeeping, or any optional services. An EIN from the IRS is $0 for most entities when filed online. Tax filing starts at $249 for a zero-activity federal return or $599 for returns with income after record review.
Total first-year cost example
For a Kentucky LLC formed through ABS: $99 ABS fee + $40 state fee = $139 total for formation. Registered-agent support is included for the first year. Annual-report handling ($100 + state fee) comes due later. The exact amounts are confirmed in writing before you pay.