Government guidance
SBA business-launch guidance
Explore business structures and the steps involved in starting a business. The right structure depends on your circumstances.
Read the SBA guidance →Optional founder resources
Useful starting points. Your choice of tools.
Public guidance and independent services to explore when setting up and running an early business. Choose what fits your situation; these are not required to use RaisePlan.
Start with public guidance
Official U.S. tax agency
Get an EIN directly from the IRS
The IRS provides employer identification numbers for free. Check its eligibility and application requirements before you apply; you do not need to pay a third party for the IRS application itself.
Visit the official IRS EIN page →Explore independent services
Optional commercial services, separate from the RaisePlan bundle. Review current pricing, eligibility, terms and any ongoing fees on each provider’s site.
Business formation
LegalZoom
Business-formation services for founders who want help with the process. Service and government filing fees may apply; review what is and is not included.
Explore LegalZoom formation services →Startup incorporation
Stripe Atlas
An incorporation service to consider if its supported company structure and jurisdiction suit your plans. Review the service fee, requirements and ongoing obligations.
Explore Stripe Atlas →Accounting
Wave
Accounting software to evaluate for bookkeeping needs. Check supported locations, plan features, pricing and any payment-processing fees directly.
Explore Wave accounting →Before choosing a provider
These resources are not included in the $29 RaisePlan bundle. Provider services, fees and availability can change. This list is informational, not legal, tax, accounting or investment advice, and it does not recommend one entity structure for every founder.
Check your own jurisdiction and seek qualified professional advice when needed.
Links checked November 8, 2026.
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