Registered Agent - A requirement.
There is a lot of misleading information out there on the topic of Registered Agents. As it is the norm in our blog, we make it simple and we cut straight to the chase.
Also referred to as Agent of Process or Statutory Agent in some States, this is a designated party with a physical address in the State of formation or incorporation that is going to receive any legal notices or documents on behalf of your LLC or Corporation and will then forward them on to you.
Regulations vary from State to State but what is certain is that you’ll always need one regardless of the State in which you are registering your business. All 50 States require you to have one and there is no way around it.
Some States like California allow you to list yourself, as an individual, to act as your Process of Service Agent. Many of our clients choose to appoint us, or one of our corresponding agents, to acts as their Registered Agent instead to protect their privacy. Whoever you choose to list, their names and addresses will appear on public records.
What sort of documents or notices you may receive via your Registered Agent? Any official notices from the State ranging from filing reminders to tax notices. It will also be the point of contact for process service should a lawsuit is filed against your company.
At MyUSCompanies.com we believe red tape should be reduced to its minimal expression. Therefore, all of our FULL Packages for LLC’s and Corporations include your Registered Agent service for the first year. You can also request the Registered Agent Service separately, or choose to be your own (if your State allows it) and simply go ahead with our BASIC Packages. If you allow us the honor to serve you in your first year, we will scan and forward any notices/notifications the same day they arrive in our mailbox. In these matters, time is of the essence and we are here for you. Once expired, we will send you a reminder to renew (no automatic non-sense) with a 30-day grace period. If all goes well, we hope to be receiving only fan mail that you Mom can answer, just like Patti Smith’s.
Registered Agent services are a very important part of your incorporations and formation process. Keep it updated and avoid missed notices and/or losing your company’s registration active status. If you have any questions, please contact us and we will response ASAP. Happy filing!