A detailed 2026 comparison of sole proprietorships, LLCs, S corporations and C corporations, covering liability, taxes (with worked examples), costs, paperwork and how to choose.
LLC
How to Start an LLC in Vermont (2026 Guide)
A Vermont LLC costs $155 to form and $45 a year to report. Here’s every step, plus Vermont’s business tax, meals and rooms tax, contractor registration and Act 250 land-use permits.
How to Start an LLC in South Dakota (2026 Guide)
South Dakota has no personal or corporate income tax. An LLC costs $150 to form and $55 a year, but sales tax applies to many services and contractors pay a special excise tax.
How to Start an LLC in Rhode Island (2026 Guide)
A Rhode Island LLC costs $150 to form and $50 a year to report, plus a minimum state tax most owners don’t expect. Here’s the full process and every deadline.
How to Start an LLC in North Dakota (2026 Guide)
A North Dakota LLC costs $135 to form and $50 a year, with the annual report due November 15. Contractors need a state license above $4,000, and employers buy workers’ comp from the state.
How to Start an LLC in Alaska (2026 Guide)
An Alaska LLC costs $250 to form and $100 every two years, and every business also needs a state business license. Alaska has no state income or sales tax, but many local governments charge sales tax.
