If I were establishing a business I'd make damn sure my first step was properly done.

I had a lawyer do mine for $350. You have a privilege tax of two $100 payments your first year

Thanks everyone. I am going to call a couple attorneys that people sent me.

Seriously, it isn't expensive, or shouldn't be. When I do them, I only charge $250.00 plus the filing fees. Anyone who is charging $1,000 these days is crazy. Years ago, I used to charge that much, everyone did. But, times have changed.

I'm in Florida. Did mine online with the state for about 80 bucks.