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Advice from a startup advisor.
In a free initial call, a formation expert from our team answers your most important questions: legal form, costs and process, in 15 minutes by video.
- 15 minutes by video, free of charge
- Legal form, costs and process explained
- No obligation and no preparation needed
The initial call gives you general guidance. Legal and tax advice is provided by our partner firms.
What you can talk to us about
- Idea
Sharpen your business model
Is your idea viable, and what do you need to get started?
- Legal form
The right legal form
Sole proprietorship, UG, GmbH or holding: what fits your plans.
- Costs
Costs and process
What setting up costs, how long it takes and what you need to prepare.
- Pitfalls
Avoid common mistakes
From a business purpose that is too narrow to a forgotten registration: we know the traps.
- Best practice
Learn from other founders
What has worked for other founders, and what hasn't.
- Financing
Capital and funding
The ways to raise capital, from the bank and the KfW to the start-up grant (Gründungszuschuss) from the employment agency.
Which consultation suits you?
| Service | Who | Scope | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free initial call | Formation expert from the firma.de team | 15 minutes by video | free |
| Founder consultation Plus | Our formation team | Per hour or 4-hour package | from €75 plus VAT |
| Advice from a lawyer | Partner lawyer for company law | 45 minutes on the phone | €135 plus VAT |
| Advice from a tax advisor | Partner tax firm | 30 minutes | €89 plus VAT |
| Advice subscription | Partner law firms | Unlimited initial consultations, 30 minutes each, 12-month minimum term | from €9.99 plus VAT / month |
How the call works
- 1
Choose a slot
Pick a free slot above, 15 minutes by video.
- 2
Introduce yourself
Tell us about your idea. You don't need to prepare anything.
- 3
Get answers
We answer your questions and show you the next steps.
- 4
Keep going
You set up your company with us straight away, or go deeper into individual topics in founder consultation Plus.
Go to founder consultation Plus
Integrations
Export and filing
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The partner founders trust
Company formation, registrations and ongoing bookkeeping in one place. Anything that requires a licence is handled by notaries and tax advisors from our partner network.
What founders say
“Since we started the company, our admin simply runs alongside: receipts, VAT returns, deadlines. We always know where we stand – and can focus on our product.”
What you can rely on
ELSTER
VAT returns and annual accounts go straight to the tax office via the ELSTER interface.
DATEV
Bookings and receipts are ready in DATEV format – your tax firm keeps working as usual.
- 4.6
Top-rated
4.6 out of 5 on Trustpilot. Rated by founders who have actually used firma.de.
Made in Germany
Developed in Germany, servers in the EU, GDPR-compliant. Anything that requires a licence comes from tax advisors and notaries.
Frequently asked questions about the initial call
How much does the initial call cost?
Nothing. The initial call is free and without obligation.
Who will advise me in the initial call?
A formation expert from the firma.de team.
How long does the initial call take?
15 minutes by video. If you need more time, you can book founder consultation Plus for €75 plus VAT per hour.
Is the initial call legal or tax advice?
No, the call gives you general guidance. For your individual case, our partner firms advise you, for example in a legal or tax consultation.
Do I need to prepare?
No. A short description of your idea and who you are setting up with is helpful.
Can I set up my company straight after the initial call?
Yes. We set up your company with you, from the articles of association to the Handelsregister, the German commercial register.