[header] How to buy direct from a wholesale company [title] Establish your business entity. [step] You should set up the legal form of your business, such as a corporation, limited liability company, partnership, or sole proprietorship. You may have to file forms with your state's secretary of state's office (or an equivalent office). 
[substeps] To form an llc, file articles of organization with your state and pay the necessary fee. To form a corporation, you will need to file articles of incorporation and pay a fee.