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What's Included
- LLC Formation Filing: We file your formation documents with your state.
- Articles of Organization: Your official LLC documents once approved.
- EIN Coordination: We can file for your EIN at the same time if needed.
Why Form an LLC?
An LLC protects your personal assets (home, savings, personal vehicles) from business liabilities. If your trucking company gets sued or goes into debt, your personal property is generally protected. Most insurance companies and brokers also prefer working with LLCs rather than sole proprietors.
There is now a second reason specific to trucking: the FMCSA's MOTUS registration system requires business verification documents at filing, and your Articles of Organization are exactly that. Forming the LLC first is what makes your DOT filing possible.
Does the Filing Include State Fees?
No. The price covers our filing service only. We contact you with your state's fees and options for expedited filing, and collect payment for those separately.
What Happens After I Order?
We collect your company details, confirm your state's fees and timeline with you, and file your formation documents. Most states complete processing within 5-7 business days, with expedited options available in many. When it's approved, you get your Articles of Organization, and if you added the EIN, we file that next so the names match across both documents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need an LLC to get a DOT number?+
The FMCSA's MOTUS system requires business verification documents when filing: your formation documents and your EIN confirmation letter, with matching names. Forming your LLC first is the cleanest way to satisfy that, and it gives you liability protection from day one.
Which state should I form my LLC in?+
Usually your home state, where you live and operate. Forming in another state like Delaware or Wyoming adds complexity and extra fees for most small carriers.
How long does LLC formation take?+
Processing time varies by state. Most states complete filings within 5-7 business days. Expedited options are available in some states and affect the total cost.
What is a registered agent?+
A registered agent is a person or company authorized to receive legal documents on behalf of your LLC. Every LLC needs one in the state where it is formed, unless you designate yourself where that is allowed.
Are state fees included?+
No. Our price is the filing service; every state charges its own formation fee. We tell you your state's exact fee and expedite options before anything is filed.
Should I get the EIN at the same time?+
Yes, in that order: LLC first, then EIN, so the EIN is issued to your LLC rather than to you personally and the names match on both documents, which is exactly what the FMCSA's verification checks.
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