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Do I Really Need a Registered Agent? Can I Use My Home Address?

Started by registered_agent_skip · Jan 13, 2023 · 10 replies
For informational purposes only. This is not legal advice.
RA
registered_agent_skipOP

Looking for advice on this situation. Do I Really Need a Registered Agent? Can I Use My Home Address? Any guidance would be greatly appreciated.

Details: I'm in a situation where I need to understand my legal options. Has anyone dealt with something similar?

CL
CA_LandlordAttorneyAttorney

The "best state" for incorporation depends entirely on your specific situation. Delaware makes sense for VC-backed startups. Wyoming for privacy. Your home state for most small businesses. Don't pay extra for a fancy jurisdiction if you don't need the specific benefits.

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shocked_patient_2025

The "best state" for incorporation depends entirely on your specific situation. Delaware makes sense for VC-backed startups. Wyoming for privacy. Your home state for most small businesses. Don't pay extra for a fancy jurisdiction if you don't need the specific benefits.

BL
bayarea_landlord_2020

The most important thing for LLC protection isn't the state you form in — it's whether you maintain the corporate formalities. Separate bank accounts, proper record-keeping, adequate capitalization. Without these, the LLC is just a piece of paper.

EL
EmploymentAtty_LAAttorney

The "best state" for incorporation depends entirely on your specific situation. Delaware makes sense for VC-backed startups. Wyoming for privacy. Your home state for most small businesses. Don't pay extra for a fancy jurisdiction if you don't need the specific benefits.

TO
tired_of_calls_2025

The most important thing for LLC protection isn't the state you form in — it's whether you maintain the corporate formalities. Separate bank accounts, proper record-keeping, adequate capitalization. Without these, the LLC is just a piece of paper.

BL
bayarea_landlord_2020

The most important thing for LLC protection isn't the state you form in — it's whether you maintain the corporate formalities. Separate bank accounts, proper record-keeping, adequate capitalization. Without these, the LLC is just a piece of paper.

EL
EmploymentAtty_LAAttorney

The most important thing for LLC protection isn't the state you form in — it's whether you maintain the corporate formalities. Separate bank accounts, proper record-keeping, adequate capitalization. Without these, the LLC is just a piece of paper.

TO
tired_of_calls_2025

The "best state" for incorporation depends entirely on your specific situation. Delaware makes sense for VC-backed startups. Wyoming for privacy. Your home state for most small businesses. Don't pay extra for a fancy jurisdiction if you don't need the specific benefits.

TO
tired_of_calls_2025

The most important thing for LLC protection isn't the state you form in — it's whether you maintain the corporate formalities. Separate bank accounts, proper record-keeping, adequate capitalization. Without these, the LLC is just a piece of paper.

RA
registered_agent_skipOP

Update: Thanks everyone for the guidance. I consulted with an attorney and we're moving forward. The advice here helped me understand what questions to ask and what to expect. Will update when there's a resolution.

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