How fast can I get licensed?+
It depends on the license type and state. Simple business licenses can be approved in 5-10 days with fast-track processing. Complex financial licenses (lending, money transmission) take 30-120 days. Use our timeline estimator above for your specific situation.
What does it cost?+
Our service fee ranges from $200 to $8,000 depending on license complexity. Government filing fees are separate and vary by state. We provide an exact quote before you commit to anything.
See our pricing page for ranges by license type.
Who processes my application?+
All applications are prepared and filed by
Cornerstone Licensing, a firm with 28 years of experience and 525,000+ filings. They maintain a 99.995% on-time submission rate. Your dedicated specialist handles your application from start to finish — no handoffs.
What if I need licenses in multiple states?+
That's where we add the most value. Multi-state licensing is complex — different forms, different fees, different requirements in every state. We handle all of it. Your specialist coordinates filings across all states and tracks every deadline. Most multi-state clients see 60-80% time savings vs. doing it themselves.
Do you handle renewals?+
Yes. Licenses expire. Our processing partner tracks all renewal deadlines through their Atlas compliance platform and files renewals proactively so you never face a lapse. This is included as part of the ongoing relationship.
What's included in the fee?+
Application preparation, document assembly, regulatory filing, status tracking, deficiency response (if the state sends a correction notice), and confirmation of approval. Surety bond procurement is included for licenses that require a bond. Government filing fees are quoted separately since they vary by state.