Wisconsin LLC
Badger State Business
Engineering your legal fortress in Wisconsin. Updated guide for real estate holding companies.
Filing Fee
$130
One-time state fee
Annual Cost
$25
Recurring maintenance
Privacy Level
Low
Public record visibility
Why form in Wisconsin?
Simple annual report process.
2026 Regulatory Outlook
For real estate investors, Wisconsin offers a specific blend of liability protection and tax implications. Whether you are holding a single family rental or a commercial complex, understanding the local Secretary of State requirements is crucial.
Strategic Insight
If you own property physically located in Wisconsin, you typically MUST register the LLC here (or register a "Foreign LLC" here). Forming in Wyoming but ignoring Wisconsin registration while owning property here can lead to fines.
Steps to Form
- Name Search: Ensure your desired name is available in the Wisconsin database.
- Registered Agent: You must appoint a registered agent with a physical address in Wisconsin.
- Articles of Organization: File the paperwork and pay the $130 fee.
- Operating Agreement: Corporate formality to prevent piercing the veil.
- EIN: Obtain from IRS after state approval.
Compare Wisconsin
See how Wisconsin stacks up against Wyoming, Delaware, and Nevada for privacy and asset protection.
- Filing Fee$130
- Annual Fee$25
- PrivacyLow