First, file the LLC paperwork with your State Secretary of State's office. Most times you can do that online. Once you have that, you apply for the EIN via the IRS. Again, you can do that online. When you file the paperwork to start the LLC with the Secretary of State, that's when you'll check against the database to make sure the name is available and once you file, you'll be good to go. No other paperwork needed unless you want to file for a trademark, which honestly, you probably don't need unless you are selling the next great gadget. Good luck.





