How to Dissolve Your LLC
Dissolving an LLC has 6 required steps. Skip one and your LLC stays legally active, racking up fees and penalties. We guide you through every step, or handle it entirely. From $99.
Filling out details
Preparing documents
Filing with state
Articles of Dissolution
Dissolution complete
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The Basics
What Does It Mean To Dissolve an LLC?
If you're wondering how to dissolve an LLC, it starts with a formal filing with your state's Secretary of State. LLC dissolution is the legal process of closing your limited liability company by filing Articles of Dissolution (also called a Certificate of Cancellation in some states). Without this filing, your LLC remains active and continues to accumulate annual fees, franchise taxes, and compliance obligations.
Every state requires a formal filing to close an LLC. Simply stopping business operations does not cancel your LLC or remove it from state records. States like California, Delaware, and New York charge ongoing fees to active LLCs regardless of whether they generate revenue. In California alone, the annual franchise tax is $800 per year for every registered LLC.
Our LLC dissolution service handles the entire process for you, starting at $99 plus state filing fees. We prepare your Articles of Dissolution, handle required tax clearances, and file directly with the Secretary of State on your behalf. With our Complete Closure plan, we also file your final federal tax returns and handle full EIN cancellation with the IRS, so your business is completely closed at both the state and federal level.
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The Process
6 steps to properly dissolve your LLC
Most people get stuck on steps 3 and 5. We have done this 15,700+ times.
Vote to Dissolve. All LLC members must formally vote to dissolve. For single-member LLCs, this is a personal decision. For multi-member LLCs, check your Operating Agreement for the required vote threshold. Document the decision in writing, even informally.
Final Tax Return
Notify Creditors and Close Accounts. Inform creditors, vendors, and business partners that the LLC is dissolving. Cancel subscriptions, credit cards, licenses, and permits tied to the business. Set a deadline for final claims.
Articles of Dissolution
File Your Final Tax Returns. File your final federal and state tax returns and mark them as "final." If your LLC had employees, file final payroll tax returns and W-2s. This step is required before most states will accept your dissolution paperwork.
IRS EIN
Settle All Debts. Pay all outstanding debts, liabilities, and obligations. Distribute any remaining assets to members in proportion to their ownership interests. Document all distributions.
File Articles of Dissolution. File the official dissolution paperwork with your state. Every state calls it something different: Articles of Dissolution, Certificate of Dissolution, Statement of Dissolution. State filing fees range from $0 to $200. Processing takes 1 day to 12 weeks depending on the state.
Close Your IRS Account (If Applicable). If your LLC had employees or filed certain tax forms, notify the IRS that your LLC is dissolving. Close your EIN by writing to the IRS or using our Complete Closure plan. Do not cancel your EIN before filing your final taxes.
Simple, Transparent Pricing
No hidden fees. Choose the plan that fits your needs.
State-Only Closure
+ state filing fees
- Drafting of Owners Resolution to Dissolve.
- State Dissolution Paperwork Preparation.
- Filing directly with the Secretary of State.
Complete Closure (State + IRS)
+ state filing fees
- Everything in State-Only, PLUS:
- Final tax year IRS Forms filing.
- Federal Tax Account Termination Request (Closes your account to stop future IRS obligations).
Common Mistakes
Assuming the state will close your LLC automatically if you stop operating
Not filing a final tax return before dissolving
Forgetting to cancel your EIN with the IRS after state dissolution
Not settling outstanding debts before filing dissolution paperwork
Only dissolving in your home state when you're registered in multiple states
Why Us
Why 15,700+ businesses chose us
24+ Years of Experience
Our team has helped businesses across all 50 states navigate the dissolution process.
No Lawyer Needed
Save thousands in legal fees. Our experts handle the entire process at a fraction of the cost.
We Handle Everything
From state filings to IRS paperwork, we take care of every step so you don't have to.
Requirements
What we need from you
- LLC name and state of formation
- Date the LLC was formed
- Names and addresses of all members
- Registered agent information
- Confirmation that no active lawsuits are pending
- Final tax return status
Our form takes about 10 minutes. We collect everything needed to file in your state.
Your Options
Do it yourself, or let us handle it
| DIY | Our Service | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | State fee only ($0-$200) | From $99 + state fee |
| Time required | 10-40 hours | 30 minutes (you fill out our form) |
| Risk of errors | High | None |
| IRS notification | You figure it out | Included in Complete plan |
| State-specific requirements | You research them | We know them |
| Support | None | Available throughout |
Our Service
What's Included
When you hire us to dissolve your LLC, here's exactly what we handle:
Owners Resolution to Dissolve
Articles of Dissolution Filing
State Tax Clearance
IRS Closure (Complete Plan)
Owners Resolution to Dissolve
We draft the formal resolution required by your state to authorize the dissolution of your LLC.
Articles of Dissolution Filing
We prepare and file your Articles of Dissolution (or Certificate of Cancellation) directly with your state's Secretary of State.
State Tax Clearance
Many states require a tax clearance certificate before processing dissolution. We handle these requirements for you.
IRS Closure (Complete Plan)
With our Complete Closure plan, we file your final federal tax returns and submit a Federal Tax Account Termination Request to cancel your EIN.
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“Finding a reliable team is crucial. This firm not only handles my company's accounting flawlessly, but they also assisted me with the incorporation process.”
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“Finding a reliable team is crucial. This firm not only handles my company's accounting flawlessly, but they also assisted me with the incorporation process.”
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“My experience has been exceptional. They incorporated my company, handle the accounting and taxes, and consistently demonstrate professionalism.”
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“I have worked with Mr. Hurtado for several years. He has facilitated many deals and assisted several of our firm's clients. I recommend his services.”
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“My experience has been exceptional. They incorporated my company, handle the accounting and taxes, and consistently demonstrate professionalism.”
Santiago O.
“They helped me with all the paperwork and accounting and tax aspects to start my company in the USA. Very grateful for their excellent service!”
Jenny R.
“I have worked with Mr. Hurtado for several years. He has facilitated many deals and assisted several of our firm's clients. I recommend his services.”
Juliet A.
“I'm so thankful with all the customer service. Everything was easy and faster. They complied with the service agreements.”
Felipe S.
“Finding a reliable team is crucial. This firm not only handles my company's accounting flawlessly, but they also assisted me with the incorporation process.”
Fabian P.
“Excellent service. They helped me set up my company in the United States from Brazil. The process was quick and they met the agreed-upon deadlines.”
Dayanna R.
“My experience has been exceptional. They incorporated my company, handle the accounting and taxes, and consistently demonstrate professionalism.”
Santiago O.
“They helped me with all the paperwork and accounting and tax aspects to start my company in the USA. Very grateful for their excellent service!”
Jenny R.
“I have worked with Mr. Hurtado for several years. He has facilitated many deals and assisted several of our firm's clients. I recommend his services.”
Juliet A.
“I'm so thankful with all the customer service. Everything was easy and faster. They complied with the service agreements.”
Felipe S.
“Finding a reliable team is crucial. This firm not only handles my company's accounting flawlessly, but they also assisted me with the incorporation process.”
Fabian P.
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Questions
Common questions about dissolving an LLC
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