MA
Boston, Massachusetts
Massachusetts LLC Guides for Care & Wellness Businesses
Thinking of starting a care or wellness business in Massachusetts? Below you'll find the LLC formation details for Massachusetts alongside a complete guide for each service type.
Massachusetts LLC at a Glance
Filing Fee
$500
Processing Time
3–5 business days (online)
Annual Fee
$500/year
State Income Tax
Yes
Annual Report
Annual report required
Filing Agency
Massachusetts Secretary of State
Note: Massachusetts has the highest LLC formation fee at $500, plus a $500 annual report — but the Boston and greater metro area offer a premium market for care and wellness services.
Choose Your Service Type
Each guide covers the Massachusetts-specific LLC steps, required licenses, insurance, and startup costs for that business type.
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Hair Salon LLC
Massachusetts guide
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Barber Shop LLC
Massachusetts guide
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Nail Salon LLC
Massachusetts guide
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Spa & Sauna LLC
Massachusetts guide
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Medical Spa (MedSpa) LLC
Massachusetts guide
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Massage Therapy LLC
Massachusetts guide
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Fitness Studio LLC
Massachusetts guide
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Physical Therapy Practice LLC
Massachusetts guide
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Tattoo Studio LLC
Massachusetts guide
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Pet Grooming LLC
Massachusetts guide
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Tanning Salon LLC
Massachusetts guide
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Holistic Health Practice LLC
Massachusetts guide
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