Quick Start Guide
This Quick Start Guide is a brief overview of how to form an LLC in North Carolina.
Detailed Lessons:
1. Name Search
2. Registered Agent
3. Filing Forms
4. Operating Agreement ← you are here
5. Tax ID Number (EIN)
6. Annual Report
7. Taxes
North Carolina LLC Costs:
North Carolina LLC filing fee: $125 (one-time fee)
North Carolina LLC annual report fee: $200 per year
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Downloads
Both links below are to the same document. The 1st is a Word document. The 2nd is a PDF.
Operating Agreement (Word)
Operating Agreement (PDF)
Next Step
After you’ve completed and signed your LLC’s Operating Agreement, you can then proceed to the next Lesson: Tax ID Number (EIN).
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Thank you for this information and for sharing the forms. The explanation during the video was so easy to follow. I appreciate this so much!
You’re very welcome Emily! So glad it was helpful :)