LegalZoom
The brand-name path from side hustle to LLC
- Start a Website or Business
- by LegalZoom
- $79+ formation (bundles to $399+) · adds registered agent, EIN, Operating Agreement à la carte
- Direct program
Affiliate link — we may earn a commission if you buy, at no extra cost to you. Terms verified Oct 11, 2026 against the vendor's own program page.
Quick verdict
- Best for
- First-time business owners who'll pay extra for a name they've heard of
- Skip if
- Pricier than Northwest for the same core filing
- Skip if
- Pricier than Northwest for the same core filing
- Price
- $79+ formation (bundles to $399+) (adds registered agent, EIN, Operating Agreement à la carte)
- Affiliate payout
- CPA starting at $125 per business formation (30-day cookie, Impact), scaling with volume
- The catch
- Recurring revenue-share exists per product but isn't published
- Our rating
- 3/5 — honest take
- Last verified
- Oct 11, 2026
Our honest take
Some readers will only formalize through a name they trust, and LegalZoom converts exactly them. Northwest pays more and costs the reader less, which is the honest comparison to print; this listing exists for the buyer for whom brand beats bargain.
Who it's for
First-time business owners who'll pay extra for a name they've heard of
What you get
- Formation plus legal-document library under one roof
- Registered agent and compliance reminders as add-ons
- Attorney consultations bundled on upper tiers
LegalZoom — questions
Is LegalZoom legit?
LegalZoom is a real product from LegalZoom with its own checkout — check their current refund terms before buying. Legit ≠ worth it for you, though: weigh the cons above against where you actually are. Our score: 3/5.
Why does Make Money HQ link with affiliate links?
Because it keeps the directory free and independent. The commission comes out of the vendor's side, not your price. We'd rather be transparent and keep your trust — it's the only asset a directory has.