So I filed my LLC paperwork back in January and completely forgot about the registered agent part until I got a notice yesterday. Apparently my state requires one and I never signed up with a service. Now I'm scrambling to find someone before the deadline next week. Anyone else been this dumb? What's the fastest way to fix this?
LLC Compliance
I ignored the registered agent requirement until the last minute
Yep, been there. Just hire a registered agent service online, takes like 10 minutes. Northwest or ZenBusiness or whatever. Don't overthink it ngl.
Ha, 'forgot' — more like you didn't know it was a thing. Happens to half the new LLC owners I know. The state won't throw you in jail, they just want their annual fee and a valid agent. Pick literally any service, pay the $50-$100, and you're done.
Okay but doses it have to be a commercial service? A buddy said I could just use my own address since I work from home.
You *can* be your own agent in some states, but then your home address goes on public record. That's why people pay a service. Also if you move or get sued, you have to update it. Not worth the hassle for 80 bucks.
Right, and if you're not at home to receive legal papers, you could lose a default judgment. But hey, save the $80, what's the worst that could happen?
Just make sure you actually file the change with the state,not just sign up with the service. I used a service that said they'd handle it but I still had to submit the form myself. Annoying.
Northwest will file the paperwork for you for free if you use their agent service. I switched last year and it was easy. OP, don't panic, it's a fixable mistake.
Thanks all. Signed up with a service this morning and submitted the change form. Cost me $65 plus the state fee. Lesson learned.
Lol I did the same thing last year but I waited until the day before the deadline. You're not special. Also, don't forget the annual report — that's the next thing that'll sneak up on you.