Do You Need A Registered Agent For Your Business?
As a business owner, you’ll have plenty of responsibilities to keep you occupied, so you may not want to add on the burden of selecting and registering an official registered agent. Most states don’t require it if your business is relatively small or if you use an online registered agent service to handle that part of the job for you. Here’s how to tell if your business needs a registered agent and when it makes sense to hire one. What Is A Registered Agent? A registered agent is an individual or company that has been appointed by the state to accept service of process on behalf of another. This means they will receive court papers and legal documents if someone is suing you and you can’t be found, or if there are any other legal issues with your company. If you have employees, this person may also be responsible for handling payroll taxes, filings with the Labor Department, and other administrative tasks. It’s important to make sure that your business has a registe...