Starting a business the Right Way begins with a Qualified Registered Agent Service —so that’s where will began. Our Privacy-focused services support you after formation. Using our Qualified Registered Agent Services are available to help you use the DIY Approach to start, manage, and maintain compliance as you grow your business. We can help you

• Create Legal Documents
• Manage Business Money Matters,
• Create Business Presence Online

 First things first, let's start with What You Need to Know

What is a Registered Agent? 

A Registered Agent is a person or company designated to receive legal documents, like lawsuits, official government correspondence, and other important notices, on behalf of a business

The RA serves as the official point of contact for the company within a state where it is registered. The RA is designated to accept service of process when a company is sued. 

Who can serve as a Registered Agent?

• Anyone you appoint.it could be a partner or member in the business
• You can use your lawyer or accountant as a Registered Agent
• You could be the Regisiered Agent for your business, no rules against it.

Registered Agent Obligations

• The primary role of a Registered Agent is to receive and forward legal documents to the appropriate person within the company.
• Legal requirement:Most states mandate that businesses designate a Registered Agent when filing formation documents.
• Privacy benefit:Using a registered agent can protect a business owner's privacy by keeping their personal address off public records.
• State specific rules:Requirements for registered agents can vary by state, including eligibility and availability during business hours.

What Are the Consequences of Noncompliance

• Penalties and fines, 
• Loss of corporate status,
• May be prohibited from doing business within the state.
• Qualifications vary from state to stateYou should check with your local Secretary of State for more specific guidelines

Our Qualified Registered Agent Service can be used in all 50 states including Puerto Rico. Our national coverage allows you to better Protect Your Personal Privacy, you create your complete business identity from scratch.

Keep in mind, you are not required to hire a Registered Agent. ABC 2 STEP Qualified Registered Agent Services can help you Use the DIY approach to 

• File Formation Papers
• Business Compliance Guides
• Self-Facilitate Tax Assistance.  

You need to Do Business the Right Way!

The structure you choose will play a major role in how your business is managed operated, and 

taxed. It will also be relevant when determining how much personal liability you have as a result 

of any misconduct or unlawful actions of the business, which is essentially a separate entity. 

Each business structure has different benefits and drawbacks. There are also a different  

requirement processes to get started. 

Before you choose your business structure, it is a good idea to ask yourself a few basic 

questions, such as:

• Am I selling a product or service?

•  Is there a need for the service I provide or the product I am selling?

• How much will it cost to make the product/provide the service?

• How much do I charge?

• Who should I target with my product/service?

Taking time to answer these few basic questions is the First Step to Success. So before you OPEN for Business, make sure you have Money Management tools for success. 

If you have formed your business entity, you will want to move on to Business Banking. You will need to open a Business Bank Account. Credit unions and banks are both financial institutions but they are very different. Yes both offer financial services, but they differ in ownership structure, the fees each charges, and the services provided

Credit unions are member-owned not for profit cooperatives that emphasize community connections, while banks are typically for-profit business and generate profits for shareholders.

Credit unions offer better rates and lower fees, but banks may have more branches and more cutting-edge technology.

Each bank and credit union will offer different products and terms, so compare financial institutions individually.

Keep in mind that your finances are key to achieving your business goals. Using a Credit Union , you can grow your funds in a dividend-earning Savings Account, a Money Market or both, giving you the resources to take advantage of opportunities that help you stay a step head of the competition

Remember It’s Not Personal. It’s Banking for Business and to effectively manage the #MoneyMatters, your personal and business expenses should always be maintained separately, 

The main thing You Need to Know is that banks are typically for-profit entities owned by shareholders who expect to earn dividends. 

In business to make profits bank customers are not shareholders or beneficiaries of the profits. 

They are depositors who contribute to the wealth and growth of the shareholders but they do not share in the holdings..

Credit Unions are Incorporated, not-for-profit, but to provide a service to the community. 

Member-owned cooperatives, Credit Unions are committed to the financial success of the individuals, families, and communities they serve. 

Credit union members are depositors who own and participate in the financial institution. They share in the credit union's profits and have a say in its direction.

Membership requirements vary by credit union. Some credit unions require a one-time membership fee .

Business accounts at a minimum will require an EIN, Operating Agreement, and valid photo ID for authorized users.