Business Privacy: How a Registered Agent Helps Protect Your Personal Information
Why Business Privacy Matters for Your Company When entrepreneurs form a business, they often underestimate one critical factor: how to protect their business privacy. Public filings like Articles of Organization or Annual Reports, or state entity databases often list the address of the registered agent. If the business owner used their own address, it’s publically […]
What Happens if You Don’t Have a Registered Agent? Risks, Fees, and Consequences
Running a business comes with plenty of responsibilities, but one requirement many entrepreneurs overlook is maintaining a registered agent. You might wonder: What happens if you don’t have a registered agent? The short answer is — nothing good. Failing to designate or maintain a registered agent can lead to missed legal notices, steep penalties, and […]
DIY vs. Professional Registered Agent: Cost, Risk & Privacy Compared
What Is a Registered Agent and Why You Need One Your registered agent is your business’s official point of contact for legal notices and state communications. All LLCs and corporations are required to have one. Whether it’s you, a team member, or a professional registered agent service, this role is critical to staying in good […]
Top 5 Benefits of Using a Professional Registered Agent Service
If you’re starting a business or already running one, you’ve likely come across the term “registered agent.” But what does a registered agent actually do? And more importantly, why should you consider hiring a professional registered agent service instead of acting as your own? Let’s break it down. What is a Registered Agent? A registered […]
Do You Need a Registered Agent? Here’s What You Should Know
Running a small business is an exciting endeavor, but it also comes with a whirlwind of responsibilities. Understanding the intricacies of legalities might not be at the top of your priority list, especially if your business operates locally. However, hiring a registered agent can be a hidden gem that saves you time, money, and even […]
Do You Need Multiple Registered Agents for Your Multistate Business?
Registered agents are a necessity for businesses, but do you need more than one? If you have a business and are considered expanding to include locations outside of your original state of incorporation, or if your business already has locations in multiple states, you might be wondering if you need to have a registered agent […]
Can My Spouse Be My Registered Agent?
When it comes to choosing a registered agent for your business, it is imperative that you select someone you trust. After all, the person you designate as your company’s registered agent is responsible for accepting service of process, receiving communication from the government, and serving as the contact person for your business.
How to Select a Registered Agent Service for Your Business
When you are considering the different vendors you need to hire in the creation of your new business, hiring a registered agent should be a priority on your list. With such an important role in your business, you may be struggling with what to consider and how to choose a registered agent.
What Happens if You Don’t Have a Registered Agent?
Registered agents perform a necessary task for corporations of all sizes. We’ve written a lot about why you need a registered agent for your business, as well as the benefits of hiring one.
The 3 Main Functions of a Corporate Registered Agent
As a business owner, you’ve probably heard that you need a registered agent, and in fact, it’s likely required by law in your state that you do have a registered agent. But what is it that a registered agent actually does?