No, you can’t list a UPS Store as your LLC’s Registered Agent. State law specifically doesn’t allow businesses to use a UPS Store as it’s Registered Agent, or a UPS business mailbox as its Registered Agent address (called the Registered Office). We’ll explain these points in more detail and what options you do have when listing your Registered Agent.
Generally, no, you shouldn’t use your Registered Agent’s address as your LLC’s business location on your EIN application (IRS Form SS4). This is true if your Registered Agent is a friend, family member, or a Registered Agent Service. However, if you are your LLC’s Registered Agent then there is no issue using your address on your EIN application. We’ll explain the reasons why you shouldn’t use your Registered Agent’s address on your EIN application, and the exception to this rule.
Yes, you can use your home address as your Registered Agent address. However, it’s important to know that your Registered Agent address is public record. This means that if you use your home address as your Registered Agent address, it could be found by anyone searching for your business online. We’ll explain why your Registered Agent address is public record, and how to keep your home address private.
No, your Registered Agent can’t be a PO Box. State law requires that your LLC list a Registered Agent’s name and address on your LLC Articles of Organization. And the Registered Agent must be physically present at the Registered Office address during normal business hours (typically 9am to 5pm, Monday through Friday).
Yes, in most states you can use your Registered Agent’s address as your Business Address. However, some states require you to provide the Secretary of State with additional information if you use your Registered Agent’s address in this way. We’ll explain the benefits, and risks, of using your Registered Agent address as your business address so you can make the right choice for your business.
Yes, your Registered Agent’s address is part of the public record. This means that anyone can find the name or address of your Registered Agent by searching for your LLC either on your state’s Secretary of State’s website, or in a simple Google search.
No, Registered Agents don’t file Annual Reports in their duties as a Registered Agent. LLC owners (called Members) are responsible for filing their own Annual Report. That said, many professional Registered Agent Services also provide LLC filing services for an additional fee. We’ll explain what a Registered Agent is and why they don’t file Annual Reports for LLCs.
A Registered Agent is a person or company who agrees to receive legal documents and state notices on behalf of your LLC. And a Registered Agent’s job is simply to receive these documents, then forward them to the LLC owner. We’ll explain the duties of a Registered Agent under state law. We’ll also explain what duties you’ll still be responsible for (but might be able to hire your Registered Agent to complete).
Almost every state requires your LLC to have a Registered Agent. That said, there are 2 exceptions: New York and West Virginia. We’ll explain these exceptions. Then we’ll show you how you can save money and protect your privacy by listing your own Registered Agent, even though it isn’t required.
Every LLC must have a Registered Agent at all times. If you don’t have a Registered Agent, your LLC risks: missing important state notices, missing the delivery of legal documents, losing its good standing status, being shut down, and missing court dates and filings. We’ll explain what a Registered Agent is, why you need one, and what can go wrong if you don’t have one. Then, we’ll explain how to fix it.
