Niftism — Case Studies: Florida LLC + EIN, Registered Agent, U.S. Phone & VPN
REAL STORIES • FLORIDA FOCUSED

Case studies: from first filing to live sales

How international founders launched with a Florida LLC, obtained an EIN, and solved verification with a Registered Agent, U.S. Phone, and VPN.

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LLC

From idea to Florida LLC in 5 days

A founder in Morocco used our $0 filing service (paid only the Florida state fee). We handled name check, Articles, and Sunbiz filing.

Result: Filing accepted in ~5 business days

What they bought

  • Starter — $0 (you pay Florida state fee, currently ~$125)
  • Registered Agent (first month free, then $199/yr)

Florida requires a Registered Agent. Without it, the state will not accept the filing.

EIN

Marketplace payouts unlocked with EIN

After forming the LLC, the founder needed an EIN (IRS Tax ID) for Stripe/PayPal and marketplace tax forms. We filed SS-4 and delivered a bank-ready letter.

Result: Payouts enabled within ~48 hours

What they bought

  • EIN — $99 (IRS Tax ID)
  • Included in Growth bundle as well
Registered Agent

Non-resident barrier removed with Florida RA

Florida requires an in-state Registered Agent to accept legal mail and service of process. We provided the address, consent, same-day scans, and annual reminders.

Result: Filing accepted & good standing maintained

What they bought

  • Registered Agent — first month free, then $199/yr
  • Included month in Growth; renewals keep the LLC active
U.S. Phone

OTP & banking verifications passed

Cross-border founders often fail SMS OTP. We matched a working U.S. number, guided activation (SIM/app), and tested OTP routes for banking and platforms.

Result: Verified accounts same day

What they bought

  • U.S. Phone — $69
  • Or bundle with VPN below
VPN

Geo-friction reduced for U.S. apps

A private U.S. VPN endpoint helped avoid region blocks and stabilized verification flows for banking, marketplaces, and app sign-ins.

Result: Smooth onboarding & fewer flags

What they bought

  • VPN — $49 (private U.S. endpoints)
  • Or bundle with Phone for $99
LLC + EIN

Day-one operations with the bundle

This team chose the Growth bundle to avoid back-and-forth: we filed the Florida LLC, obtained the EIN, and set up reminders and banking readiness in one shot.

Result: Operating within the first week

What they bought

  • Growth — $399: Florida LLC filing + EIN included
  • Registered Agent: 1st month included → then $199/yr
Most popular

Growth Bundle — operate day one

Florida LLC filing + EIN included, with compliance reminders and banking readiness.

$399

  • Florida LLC formation (you pay the state fee, currently ~$125)
  • EIN (IRS Tax ID) — included
  • Registered Agent: first month included → then $199/yr
  • Compliance reminders (annual report) + banking readiness pack
  • Optional add-on: U.S. Phone + VPN ($99)

We currently form LLCs in Florida only. A Florida Registered Agent is required to process your filing and keep your LLC in good standing.

Why bundle?

  • Fewer steps. We file Articles and obtain your EIN in one flow.
  • Platform-ready. Most marketplaces and payment processors ask for an EIN.
  • Clarity. Timelines, deliverables, and reminders for the annual report.
  • Control. Add U.S. Phone + VPN later if your apps require it.

Prefer to start at $0?

Choose Starter (LLC filing service is $0; you pay Florida’s state fee). Add EIN and RA when you’re ready.

FAQ

Do I need a Registered Agent in Florida?

Yes. Florida requires every LLC to designate a Florida Registered Agent with a physical address to receive legal mail and service of process. Without an RA, your filing will be rejected. We include the first month free; renewals are $199/year.

Is an EIN necessary?

We strongly recommend it. Marketplaces (Amazon, Etsy, Shopify), payment processors (Stripe/PayPal), and banks often request your EIN for tax and verification. EIN is included in Growth or available for $99.

Can non-U.S. residents form a Florida LLC?

Yes. You don’t need a U.S. SSN to form an LLC or obtain an EIN (we file using alternative identification as allowed by the IRS).

How long does it take?

Starter typically processes in 7–10 business days and Growth in 3–7 business days, depending on Florida/IRS windows. We send updates and you approve each step before filing.

Times and results depend on state/IRS queues and document readiness. This page is not legal or tax advice.