Cookie Finance, the creator-first finance startup that provides tax, accounting, and business services to content creators and influencers, has officially launched Creator Business Essentials, a self-serve platform to form an LLC and open a business bank account for just $29/month. The product has been in beta since July 7th, and is now available to the public.
LOS ANGELES, CA / ACCESS Newswire / July 29, 2025 / Cookie Finance, the creator-first finance startup that provides tax, accounting, and business services to content creators and influencers, has officially launched Creator Business Essentials, a self-serve platform to form an LLC and open a business bank account for just $29/month. The product has been in beta since July 7th, and is now available to the public.
Designed as a package of true business essentials, this tool helps new creators go from hobbyist to business owner in just a few clicks. It's built specifically for micro influencers and early-stage content creators who are just beginning to earn income and want to lay the right foundation from the start.
"When creators start gaining momentum with their first few brand deals, affiliate links, or AdSense payouts, that's when they start asking, ‘How do I do this the right way?'" says Nate Coughran, Founder and CEO of Cookie Finance. "Historically, our tax and bookkeeping services have been best suited for more established creators, but this finally lets us service the thousands of creators who are still in the early chapters. They don't need a full accounting suite quite yet, but they do need a strong foundation as they grow to that point. And now, they have it."
Creators can form their LLC, obtain an EIN, and set up a business bank account on the platform*, providing the foundation as they begin to monetize. At $29 per month, Creator Business Essentials offers an accessible, all-in-one solution built by a team that deeply understands the creator economy. The banking solution is powered by Unit, and both components are designed to be fast, intuitive, and creator-friendly with no finance background required. It is a streamlined way to build a solid business foundation without the overwhelm or high cost of custom support.
"Creator Business Essentials is a streamlined, purpose-built product that gives creators exactly what they need to lay the foundation for a real business," says Ryan Garver, Cookie's Chief Technology Officer. "We've taken the guesswork out of those early steps by building a system that supports creators' growth with tools that can scale alongside their business. When they are ready for full-service accounting and tax support, they are already in the right place. This is not just another tech tool. It's a foundational, necessary step for creators growing their career."
"Early-stage creators and micro influencers didn't have many options until now." adds Katie Callaway, VP of Sales and Marketing. "We could provide educational guidance, but there wasn't a simple, actionable solution built specifically for them. Creator Business Essentials fills that middle ground. It is the essential step between a hobby and a six-figure business, and we're proud to build something that makes that leap feel more doable. This product gives them clarity and confidence, and it makes that psychological shift from side hustle to real business feel tangible."
While Cookie Finance is best known for its full-service tax, bookkeeping, and payroll support for creators, this launch represents a major expansion of the company's mission. Creator Business Essentials is designed to remove friction, deliver a clear solution to a common early-stage struggle, and give creators peace of mind as they grow. The best services in the creator economy exist to make it easier for creators to create and earn more money. Creator Business Essentials reflects Cookie's commitment to meeting content creators at every stage, equipping them with the business and financial tools to move forward with confidence, and supporting them as they scale.
*Disclaimer: Cookie Finance Inc. is a financial technology company and is not a bank. Banking services are provided by i3 Bank, Member FDIC. The Cookie Finance Visa Debit Card is issued by i3 Bank pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. and may be used anywhere Visa cards are accepted.
Creator Business Essentials is now publicly available for $29/month at https://cookiefinance.co/business-essentials/.
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SOURCE: Cookie Finance
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