About StartWright
What we do
Starting a business raises the same questions every time: what will it cost, what paperwork do I need, and what do I do first? StartWright answers them in plain English for people in the United States who are still deciding, budgeting or getting ready to file. Our motto is the order we think things should happen: dream it, plan it, start it.
What you will find here
- How-to-start guides for specific businesses, from cleaning services to food trucks.
- Startup cost breakdowns where every cost line has a source, and a calculator built on the same data.
- Business plan templates that follow the sections the U.S. Small Business Administration recommends.
- State LLC guides and a table of LLC fees by state, taken only from official state websites and dated.
Where our information comes from
We rely first on official sources: the SBA, the IRS, each state's Secretary of State, the Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor Statistics and the USPTO. Fees and rules change, so pages that quote them say when we last checked. Read oureditorial policy for the details, including how AI tools help us write.
What we are not
We are not a law firm, an accounting firm or a formation service, and we do not file paperwork for anyone. Our pages are general information, not legal, tax or financial advice. For decisions that depend on your situation, talk to your state agency, a licensed attorney or a tax professional; free counseling is available throughSBA local assistance.
FAQ
Do you file LLCs or sell services?
No. Our LLC guides show how to file directly with your state. Some pages may mention paid formation services as an option, always after the do-it-yourself steps and always noting that their fee is on top of the state fee.
How do you make money?
Through ads, and in the future possibly through affiliate links that are always disclosed. Neither decides what we write. See our affiliate disclosure.
How can I get updates?
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