Question 1

What is a registered agent?

Accepted Answer

A registered agent is a person or company authorized to receive legal documents, service of process, and official government correspondence on behalf of your business. Most states require businesses to have a registered agent.

Question 2

How much does registered agent service cost?

Accepted Answer

Our registered agent service costs $149 per year for any state. This includes mail forwarding, document scanning, and professional business address service with reliable document handling.

Question 3

Can I be my own registered agent?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can serve as your own registered agent if you have a physical address in the state where your business is formed. However, professional registered agent services provide privacy, reliability, and ensure you never miss important documents.

Question 4

What's included in registered agent service?

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Our service includes: professional business address, mail receiving and forwarding, document scanning and digital delivery, compliance monitoring, and prompt notification of all legal documents received.

Question 5

Do I need a registered agent in every state?

Accepted Answer

You need a registered agent in your state of formation and any state where you're registered to do business (foreign qualification). Most businesses only need one registered agent in their formation state.

Question 6

What happens if I don't have a registered agent?

Accepted Answer

Operating without a required registered agent can result in compliance issues, missed legal documents, loss of good standing status, and potential administrative dissolution of your business entity.

Question 7

What's the difference between registered agent and virtual address service?

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A registered agent is legally required to receive official documents and court papers. A virtual address is optional and used for general business mail and marketing purposes. Many registered agent services include virtual mailbox features.

Question 8

Can I change my registered agent after business formation?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can change your registered agent anytime by filing a change form with your state (usually $10-50 fee). You must maintain continuous registered agent service - appoint the new agent before terminating the old one to avoid compliance gaps.

Question 9

Do I need a registered agent if I work from home?

Accepted Answer

Yes, registered agent requirements apply regardless of where you work. Using a professional registered agent protects your home address privacy and ensures someone is available during business hours to accept legal documents.

Question 10

What types of documents does a registered agent receive?

Accepted Answer

Registered agents receive: lawsuits and legal summons, tax notices and correspondence, annual report reminders, compliance notifications, official government mail, and service of process documents. We scan and forward all documents immediately.

Question 11

Is registered agent service tax deductible for my business?

Accepted Answer

Yes, registered agent service fees are typically tax-deductible as ordinary business expenses. The cost is considered necessary for maintaining compliance and business operations. Consult your tax advisor for specific guidance.

Question 12

How quickly can you set up registered agent service?

Accepted Answer

We provide same-day registered agent service activation. Once you sign up, we immediately begin accepting documents on your behalf. For new business formations, we coordinate timing with your state filing.

Question 13

What happens if my registered agent resigns?

Accepted Answer

If your registered agent resigns, you typically have 30-60 days to appoint a replacement (varies by state). We provide advance notice and help transition to ensure continuous service. Some states may administratively dissolve businesses without proper registered agent service.

Question 14

Can a registered agent be located in a different state than my business?

Accepted Answer

No, your registered agent must have a physical address in the same state where your business is formed or qualified to do business. This ensures local service of process requirements are met according to state law.

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