Questions
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Base camp
Before you begin.
What is Summit Filings?
Summit Filings is a self-checkout platform for US business formation, compliance, expansion, and exit services. It is the self-serve front door to the Prodezk catalog: 20 services, all 50 states, no appointment needed. You build the cart, we handle the filing.
Do I have to know exactly what I need before I start?
Not at all. The planner on the start page asks a few quick questions about where you are on your business journey, then recommends a starter bundle you can adjust before checkout. Add, remove, or swap services right up until you pay.
Take the plannerCan I form an LLC or a Corporation through Summit Filings?
Yes. Summit Filings supports LLC formations and Corporation formations in any US state. If you are not sure which structure fits your situation, the planner can point you in the right direction, though for entity-choice questions that need a legal opinion we will always tell you to consult an attorney.
Can I use Summit Filings from outside the United States?
Yes. Founders from anywhere in the world can form a US LLC or Corporation through Summit Filings. We cover all 50 states and work with international founders every day. No US address or Social Security Number is required to place an order.
The cost
What you pay, upfront.
How much does it cost?
Prices vary by service, state, and the options you choose. The starting price for each service is shown on the Pricing page and in the cart before you check out. You always see the full amount before you pay.
See pricingAre state filing fees included in the price?
Government and state fees are listed separately in the cart where they apply. Some services carry a state fee on top of our service fee; others are flat-rate. The cart always breaks the line items out clearly so there are no surprises at checkout.
When am I charged?
You are charged once at checkout through our secure Stripe payment page. There are no recurring charges unless you add a subscription service like Registered Agent coverage, in which case the renewal terms are shown before you pay.
What is your refund policy?
We offer a full refund of our service fee if you cancel before we begin work on your order. Once we have filed or submitted your documents, the service fee is non-refundable and state fees cannot be recovered. Full details are in our Terms of Service.
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How it actually works.
How long does it take?
Turnaround depends on the service and the state. Formation processing times range from same-day (in states with expedited options) to several weeks for standard filings. We file as fast as the state allows and email you proof as soon as it is ready. Estimated timelines are shown on each service page.
Do I have to fill out all the details before I check out?
You enter your basic contact and company info once at checkout, and that covers most of what we need. For service-specific details, we send you a secure follow-up link after payment so we can collect exactly what each filing requires without overwhelming you upfront.
What information do you need from me?
We typically need your name, email, phone number, company name, state of formation, and the names of members or officers. We never ask for your Social Security Number or ITIN on any public form. If a specific filing ever requires a tax ID, we will explain exactly why and handle it securely.
Global founders
From anywhere in the world.
Can a non-US resident form a company in the United States?
Yes. Non-residents and non-citizens can form an LLC or Corporation in the United States. There is no requirement to be a US citizen or resident. Many of our customers are international founders building US-based businesses from abroad.
Can I get an EIN without a Social Security Number?
Yes. Foreign founders without an SSN can still obtain an Employer Identification Number. Summit Filings offers EIN filing for non-residents as a standalone service or as part of a formation bundle. We handle the IRS application on your behalf.
I need a US address and a registered agent. Can Summit Filings help?
Yes on both counts. Registered Agent service is available in all 50 states and keeps your company in good standing with the state. Flex Space gives you a real US business address in 25+ states for banking, mail, and professional presence.
The team
People behind the platform.
Is Summit Filings a law firm?
No. Summit Filings is a document preparation and filing service operated by Prodezk INC. We prepare and file business documents on your behalf, the same way a document preparation service does. We do not provide legal advice. For questions that require a licensed attorney, we will say so clearly.
How do I get help if I have a question?
The fastest way to reach us is the Contact page, where you can send a message or request a call with the team. Most questions get a response within one business day.
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