Massachusetts

To form an LLC in Massachusetts, you must file a Certificate of Organization with the Secretary of the Commonwealth. This document establishes your business's legal presence and requires a $500 filing fee. Before submitting, ensure your business name is unique and includes a proper designator like LLC. You will also need to appoint a resident agent and decide whether the entity will be member-managed or manager-managed.

Once established, every Massachusetts LLC must file an annual report to maintain good standing. This report is due each year by the anniversary of your LLC's formation date. The standard filing fee is $500 for mail-in submissions, while online filings typically cost $520 due to an expedited processing fee. Failure to submit these reports for two consecutive years may lead to administrative dissolution by the state.