Early access · State-by-state guides

The exact steps, forms and fees for your state, in one checklist.

Clear, sourced guides to US paperwork processes, starting with forming a business in all 50 states. Every step links to the official government source.

Free to join. One email when we launch, no spam.

Features

One checklist per state

Every form, fee and filing step in order, so you know exactly what comes next.

Sourced from official sites

Each fee and form links to the state agency that publishes it, so you can verify it yourself.

Know how long it takes

Typical processing times, and what you can do while you wait.

How it works

Three steps, no learning curve.

  1. Choose your state and task

    Starting with business formation, then more processes based on demand.

  2. Follow the checklist

    Plain-language steps with the official form linked at each one.

  3. Get it done

    Keep the downloadable version for your records.

Planned pricing

Pick the plan you would use. You won’t be charged; it tells us what to build first.

State overview

$0

The key steps and fees at a glance.

  • Step summary
  • Official links
  • Fee table
Choose State overview
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State guide

$19 one-time

The full checklist for one state and task.

  • Detailed checklist
  • Downloadable PDF
  • Filled-in examples
Choose State guide

All-states pass

$49 /yr

For people who work across states.

  • Every state and guide
  • Update notifications
  • Notion templates
Choose All-states pass

Questions

Which states are covered first?

Business formation for all 50 states. Other processes follow based on what people ask for when they join.

Is this legal advice?

No. Guides are informational and link to official sources. For advice about your situation, talk to a licensed professional.

Are you a government agency?

No. GuideMasters is an independent publisher and is not affiliated with any government agency.

When does it launch?

We're building it now. People on the early-access list get the first invites and a launch discount.

Will I be charged if I choose a plan?

No. Choosing a plan only tells us what you would use. Nothing is billed, and we will email you before anything changes.

What will you do with my email?

Send you launch updates for this product only. Every email has an unsubscribe link, and we never sell or share your address.

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