We build your dealership structure for you so you can open legally and confidently. U.S. buyers, overseas E-2 investors, and first-time entrepreneurs all use Leios to launch a real dealership without guesswork.
We help with license application preparation, AuctionACCESS (dealer auction ID), plates and registration, LLC + EIN (your company and tax ID), and step-by-step onboarding. Standard and Ultimate clients also get a vetted U.S. immigration attorney introduction and a U.S. CPA (international tax strategist) aligned with dealer businesses.
Typical setup timeline is 30–45 business days. Annual renewal support is $500. Legal and tax advice are always provided by your licensed immigration attorney and CPA. Licenses are issued by the state — Leios prepares your business, documentation, and systems so you are ready.
License Support
Retail Dealer License
We help you prepare your application. The state reviews and issues the dealer license.
Access
AuctionACCESS
Your dealer ID for nationwide dealer-only car auctions once your license is active.
Compliance
ELT / ETR
ELT = Electronic Lien & Title. ETR = Electronic Tag Registration. We guide you through both.
Entity
LLC + EIN
LLC = your company. EIN = your federal tax ID. Both are needed for banking and licensing.
30–45
Typical business-day timeline to set up your dealership structure
All Investors
Built for U.S. buyers, global investors, and E-2 visa applicants
E-2 Ready
Ultimate package includes an E-2 documentation pack for your attorney
We set up the full structure of your dealership so you can open and operate legally once the state issues your license. U.S. investors get a simple, guided setup. International investors get a real, operating business to show their immigration attorney and CPA.
The state (for example, the Florida DMV) issues all licenses. We handle the business setup, documentation, systems, and preparation so your application is organized and complete.
We help you collect what the state wants to see: checklists, forms, and supporting documents. You remain the official applicant, and the state makes all approval decisions.
AuctionACCESS is your dealer profile that lets you buy cars at major dealer-only auctions nationwide. Once your license is active, we help you get set up.
Guidance for ELT and ETR enrollment — ELT (Electronic Lien & Title) and ETR (Electronic Tag Registration) — plus plates, insurance, bonds, and core policies to keep you in good standing with the state.
We assist with LLC formation and EIN, and provide banking-ready files and simple profit & loss templates specifically for dealers.
We help Standard and Ultimate clients choose and configure a dealer management system (DMS) and connect it to simple accounting workflows. You get six months of light support so your books and reports stay organized.
For investors who need it, we coordinate with a vetted U.S. E-2 immigration attorney and a vetted U.S. CPA (international tax strategist). They handle your legal and tax strategy; we make sure the business side is clear and well documented.
Dealer licenses are issued directly by the state (e.g., FLHSMV in Florida) to approved applicants. Leios does not issue or sell licenses and does not provide legal or tax advice; we prepare your business, documentation, and systems and coordinate with your chosen professionals.
This is a clear, step-by-step path for investors who want a compliant dealership structure ready to support a Florida dealer license application and, if needed, an E-2 case with their attorney. We configure the business, DMS, and numbers; the state, your attorney, and your CPA handle the final approvals.
You sign the service agreement and make the initial payment so we can reserve your spot. We collect your information, confirm state eligibility, and map out your dealership location, entity plan, and investor profile (U.S. or international).
For investors who need it, we introduce you to a vetted U.S. immigration attorney and a vetted U.S. CPA focused on international and dealer tax strategy. Your attorney and CPA handle all legal and tax advice; we align the business structure, documents, and numbers with what they need.
We help you secure or set up a compliant dealer location, form your LLC, obtain your EIN, and configure your dealer management system (DMS) and basic accounting workflows so your dealership is ready to seek a license and track performance.
We compile a clear, organized license application package for you to submit to the state (for example, FLHSMV). This includes business documentation, location evidence, insurance and bond guidance, and other supporting materials your attorney, CPA, and the state will expect to see.
Once your license is issued by the state, we help you activate AuctionACCESS, plates and ETR (Electronic Tag Registration), and your core dealership operations. For the first six months, we support your DMS and accounting workflows so you and your CPA can see clean data. You receive training, checklists, and a clean handoff for ongoing operations and any E-2 case.
Timelines depend on state agency processing times and your responsiveness. Licenses and visa outcomes are always decided by government and state agencies. Leios cannot guarantee license, visa, or tax outcomes.
The E-2 Advanced Pathway is for international investors who need a real, operating dealership structure to support an E-2 petition through their attorney. We set up the business, location, DMS, and documentation, and provide a clear pack for your immigration lawyer and CPA. Your attorney and the U.S. government handle all immigration decisions; your CPA handles tax strategy.
Ultimate package recommended for this pathway: $25,000. Optional inventory add-on: $75,000. Six months of DMS and accounting-workflow support are included for Standard and Ultimate clients.
Choose the level of support that fits you. We serve all types of investors — U.S. operators, global investors, and E-2 visa applicants. U.S. investors usually select Basic or Standard. International E-2 investors typically choose Ultimate for a fully documented business build.
Questions? Contact us or book a call.
Self-guided support via a secure online portal with checklists and tools.
$2,500
Portal access delivered within 24 hours
Full dealership build for U.S. and global investors with a strong focus on compliance, clean numbers, and daily operations.
$10,000
Typical completion: 30–45 business days
Our most complete package. Ideal for E-2 investors and serious U.S. buyers who want a fully documented, operational structure and clean numbers from day one (once licensed).
$25,000
Optional Inventory Add-On: $75,000 — we help you source, stage, and document an initial inventory strategy. Vehicles are purchased in your name or entity.
Typical completion: 30–45 business days (setup; subject to state processing)
*State fees, taxes, and third-party costs (insurer, bonds, DMV fees, legal fees, CPA fees) are not included. This is not legal, tax, or immigration advice — your licensed attorney and CPA will advise you directly. Licenses are issued only by the relevant state agency.
To reserve your dealer build and begin filings, payment is collected in Step 1 (Week 1) after you accept the contract. We can use clear milestones so everyone knows what happens when.
Accepted methods include ACH, wire transfers, and supported processors. Payment instructions are included in the contract for full transparency.
Answer a few short questions to confirm fit. If it’s a match, you’ll receive a custom contract and a clear next-steps plan.
Real feedback from investors who used Leios to structure their dealership and get operational.
The fastest way to move forward is to apply first, then book a call to review your contract and timeline. We’ll walk you through each step so you know exactly what to expect.
Phone: +1 216-366-6103
Email: information@leios.info