Frequently Asked Questions

What is a registered agent in Texas?

A registered agent is a person or entity designated to receive legal documents and official correspondence on behalf of a Texas business. The Texas Business Organizations Code requires every LLC, corporation, and foreign-qualified entity to maintain a registered agent with a physical address in the state.

What does a registered agent receive?

Service of process (lawsuits, subpoenas, court orders), correspondence from the Texas Secretary of State, franchise tax notices from the Comptroller, and other official documents directed to your entity.

Can I be my own registered agent in Texas?

Yes, if you are a Texas resident with a physical street address in the state and available during standard business hours. You can also appoint any other Texas resident or an entity authorized to do business in Texas.

Can my LLC be its own registered agent?

No. Texas law requires a separate person or entity to serve as registered agent. Your LLC cannot designate itself.

What happens if I do not have a registered agent?

The Texas Secretary of State may forfeit your entity's right to transact business. Courts may authorize alternative service of process. You could face a default judgment in a lawsuit without ever receiving notice.

What is the Texas franchise tax?

The Texas franchise tax applies to most entities doing business in Texas:

• No-tax-due threshold: Entities with total revenue at or below $2.47 million (as of 2024 — this threshold adjusts periodically) owe no franchise tax but must still file a report
• Tax rate: 0.375% for qualifying retailers and wholesalers; 0.75% for all other entities
• Filing deadline: May 15 each year
• First filing: Due May 15 following the first anniversary of formation

Even if you owe $0, you typically must file a franchise tax report or no-tax-due report. Failure to file results in forfeiture of the entity's right to conduct business.

What is a Public Information Report?

Texas requires entities to file a Public Information Report (PIR) alongside the franchise tax report. The PIR confirms your registered agent, officers/directors, and other entity details. It is filed through the Comptroller's WebFile system.

How do I change my registered agent in Texas?

File a Statement of Change of Registered Agent/Registered Office with the Texas Secretary of State. If you sign up with us, we provide the information needed for the filing.

What does your $99/year include?

Physical Texas address on your SOS filings, same-day document scanning, secure online portal, franchise tax and PIR reminders, email notifications, and privacy protection. No extra charges.

Are there setup fees or hidden costs?

None. $99/year is the complete cost.

How fast are documents forwarded?

Same business day. When a document arrives at our Texas address, we scan it and upload it to your portal. You receive an email alert immediately.

Can I use your service for a new LLC?

Yes. List us as your registered agent on your Certificate of Formation. We provide the name and address at signup.

Do you handle foreign qualification?

We serve as registered agent for foreign-qualified entities. If your out-of-state business registers in Texas, you can designate us on your Application for Registration.

How do I cancel?

Contact us. No fee, no contract, no penalty. You will need to designate a replacement registered agent with the Secretary of State.

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