CorpNet vs. Inc Authority
The complexity of starting a business and keeping it compliant can feel daunting. Choose a trustworthy online filing provider to ease your burden. Check out our detailed comparison of CorpNet vs. Inc Authority to see which company can best serve your needs.
Company Highlights
CorpNet and Inc Authority support many different types of business entities in all 50 states. Both have helped hundreds of thousands of business owners establish their LLCs and Corporations and keep them compliant. Here are some details about each of these business formation and compliance service providers.

- Founded in 2009
- Family owned and operated
- Service across all 50 states
- 100,000+ business formed
- Secure, online portal
- Enterprise pricing
- Secure API
- 100% satisfaction guaranteed
- Transparent pricing
- Trustpilot rating of 4.9/5
- Google rating of 4.8/5
- BBB A+ rating

- Founded in 2015
- Owned by Formation Nation (LegalZoom)
- Service offered in all 50 states
- Support via phone, email, chat
- 60 day money back guarantee
- Trustpilot rating of 4.9/5
- Not BBB rated
- Google rating of 4.9/5
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Inc Authority is a registered trademark owned by LegalZoom.com, Inc.
Why Choose CorpNet Over Inc Authority?
CorpNet’s breadth of services across all states sets our company apart. Below are just a few reasons entrepreneurs trust CorpNet over other well-known providers.
Concentrated Expertise in Business Formation and Compliance
CorpNet offers focused expertise in all aspects of formation and compliance. We provide a comprehensive solution that covers the full spectrum of filings—without pressuring you to sign up for extra services you may not want.
Inc Authority also provides formation and compliance services, which seem to be positioned as entry-level offerings to compel business owners to buy other services such as business consulting, tax preparation, financial planning, website and marketing services, and credit coaching.
Broader Entity Coverage
CorpNet supports many different entity types—including LLCs, C Corporations, Professional LLCs, Series LLCs, Professional Corporations, S Corporations, Nonprofit Corporations, and LLPs—in all 50 states. We also help Sole Proprietorships and Partnerships with their filing needs (such as DBAs, payroll account registrations, and more).
Inc Authority supports a more limited range of entity types.
Transparent Pricing
CorpNet clearly discloses its pricing on its website—no unwelcome surprises!
Inc Authority’s website does not share its service rates, so it may be challenging to determine your costs until you’ve gone through the order process or have communicated with a customer service representative.
Extensive Ongoing Compliance Support
CorpNet offers the convenience of having all your ongoing compliance needs handled by a single reliable resource. You can rely on us for everything from initial reports and annual reports to business license applications to S Corporation elections and foreign qualifications to IRS change letters, and much more. With reliable compliance monitoring and reminders to help you stay on top of upcoming deadlines, we help you remain in good standing wherever your entity has compliance responsibilities.
Inc Authority offers a shorter list of compliance services, so they might not have all the filing capabilities you need as your business grows and evolves. Also, it does not appear that the company provides free compliance monitoring and notifications.
Single Source for Payroll Account Registrations
When your company prepares to hire staff, CorpNet will take the reins on setting up your payroll accounts so you can collect, report, and remit employee payroll withholdings and other employment-related taxes.
Inc Authority does not handle payroll account registrations directly.
100% Satisfaction Guarantee
Another way CorpNet exceeds expectations is our money-back guarantee if you are not satisfied with the quality of our services. Just let us know within 60 days of your purchase, and we will fully refund our service fees. Not all providers offer this peace of mind!
Bonus: The CorpNet Partner Program
CorpNet even provides an opportunity for professional services providers (such as accountants, bookkeepers, business coaches and consultants, and attorneys) to add a new revenue stream with minimal effort and no membership fees. Choose to participate in our Reseller or Referral program (or both!) and boost your business income.
- Referral Program – Refer your clients to CorpNet for their formation and compliance filing needs and earn a commission for every referral that becomes a completed order.
- Reseller Program – Brand and sell our services as your own as we act as your silent fulfillment partner. We give you discounted pricing on our service rates and you can charge your clientele whatever makes sense for you and them. Get all of the credit while we do all of the work behind the scenes.
How Comprehensive Are CorpNet and Inc Authority Offerings?
CorpNet specializes in entity formation and compliance to give you focused expertise and reliable service you can count on as you launch, expand, and grow your business.
But how do we stack up against Inc Authority? Check out this comparison chart to compare our offerings.
Available Options for Business Entity Formation | ||
| Sole Proprietorship | ||
| Partnership | ||
| C Corporation | ||
| S Corporation | ||
| Professional Corporation | ||
| Nonprofit Corporation | ||
| Limited Liability Company (LLC) | ||
| Series LLC | ||
| Professional Limited Liability Company (PLLC) | ||
| Limited Partnership (LP) | ||
| Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) | ||
Available Start Up and Formation Services | ||
| Business Name Search | ||
| Business Name Reservations | ||
| Initial Report (Statement of Information) | ||
| Registered Agent Representation | ||
| Employer Identification Number (EIN) | ||
| Payroll Tax Registration | ||
| Sales and Use Tax Registration | ||
| Corporate Income Tax Registration | ||
| Custom Corporate Bylaws | ||
| Custom Nonprofit Bylaws | ||
| Custom LLC Operating Agreement | ||
| Customized Stock Certificates | ||
| Customized LLC Member Certificates | ||
| Custom Corporate or LLC Kit | ||
| 501(c)3 Filings | ||
| S Corporation Election | ||
| C Corporation Election | ||
| Doing Business As (DBA) | ||
| Business Licenses and Permits | ||
Available Ongoing Compliance Services | ||
| Annual Report (Statement of Information) | ||
| Annual Meeting Minutes (Shareholders & Directors) | ||
| Foreign Qualification | ||
| Domestication | ||
| Articles of Amendments | ||
| Reinstatements | ||
| Articles of Conversion | ||
| Articles of Dissolution | ||
| Certificate of Good Standing | ||
| Certified Copies Of Documents | ||
| Apostille Certification | ||
| Payroll Tax Account Closures | ||
| IRS Change Letters | ||
| S Corporation Revocation | ||
Compare CorpNet's Business Formation Packages
Choosing the right business formation service is crucial for getting your new venture up and running smoothly. CorpNet offers everything you need to get your entity up and running—and you’ll find comfort in knowing that CorpNet is the only provider that keeps your personal information private from third parties. You can count on us to be your trusted advisor and on-call expert in all things business.
We’re proud of our successful track record in helping our clients start and grow their businesses!
But don’t just take our word for it. Try CorpNet and experience for yourself the convenience, personalized support, and commitment to excellence we bring to the table.
Basic Package
Starting at $99
- Name availability check
- Articles of Incorporation/Organization
- Free registered agent (60 days)
- Online access to incorporation docs
- Free compliance tool with alerts
- Satisfaction guaranteed
Deluxe Package
Starting at $219
- Name availability check
- Articles of Incorporation/Organization
- Employee Identification Number (EIN)
- Free registered agent (1 year)
- Online access to incorporation docs
- Free compliance tool with alerts
- Satisfaction guaranteed
Complete Package
Starting at $269
- Name availability check
- Articles of Incorporation/Organization
- Employee Identification Number (EIN)
- Certified copy of formation documents
- Incorporator Resolution Statement
- Free registered agent (1 year)
- Custom bylaws and minutes
- Custom operating agreement
- Custom incorporation resolution
- Electronic delivery of state documents
- Custom kit and seal
- Online access to incorporation docs
- Free compliance tool with alerts
- Lifetime support via phone and email
- Satisfaction guaranteed
Service prices do not include state fees, shipping and handling, or our 3% convenience fee. State filing fees and shipping fees are additional and vary per state and filing speed. Prices are for standard processing speed only. Express or 24-hour rush processing is subject to additional services and state fees.
The CorpNet Difference
Nellie and Phil Akalp have been coined as the pioneers of the online legal document filing space. They were at the forefront of the industry when they launched the first-of-its-kind service in 1997 from their small southern California apartment. This dynamic attorney husband and wife team has provided business formation and compliance services for over 26 years and they’ve helped over half a million entrepreneurs start and maintain their businesses.
CorpNet offers incorporation and compliance services in all 50 states with a full suite of services that include incorporating a business, forming an LLC, filing a DBA, registered agent services, sales tax registration, payroll tax registration, corporate compliance monitoring, and annual report filing.
