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ABOUT YOUR REGISTERED AGENT OFFICE IN UTAH

What is the reason for resident agents in the first place?

Long ago, you just tended the farm and paid tribute to the lord of the land. Gradually, economies evolved, new business forms like corporations and limited liability companies emerged. These types of company structures were created to provide tax advantages and protect business owners from liabilities. Entities are given standing that is disconnected from the individuals who form them. Sadly, it didn’t take long for people to figure out that they could dodge business lawsuits by personally steering clear of process servers. So, to get rid of that loophole, most Secretaries of State insist that business entities to appoint a “registered agent.”

Describe the job of a standard registered agent in Utah?

A resident agent in Utah furnishes a lawful address where a person is present during regular business hours. The registered agent is responsible to accept legal documents and service of process for your business and then forward these documents on to your company. Additionally, your Utah registered agent will prompt you of important filing due dates like annual report filings and renewals. Your agent can also double check to see to it that your business is compliant with Utah business codes.

What are the restrictions or requirements I should know about my resident agent?

There are only a few restrictions concerning who can act as a registered agent here. Specifically, the entity or person acting as your resident agent must be available and located at a physical street address within Utah during typical business hours. They will be responsible to accept all tax-related and legal documents, annual report forms, litigation (service of process) documents, etc., for you. It is critical that you choose a reputable company, like RegisteredAgentOffice.com when you’re choosing your Utah registered agent.

What are the advantages of having an Utah registered agent?

Businesses in Utah benefit in several ways by appointing a resident agent. Most importantly, designating a registered agent keeps your company in compliance with Utah state code. Having RegisteredAgentOffice.com as your registered agent, anytime you are sent any service of process, legal notice, letter or annual report notice – we accept those on your behalf. Momentarily, we’re scanning your files into your client account. You’ll get an instant notice of any paperwork we scan into your registered agent account. In addition, we also keep track of your Utah annual report due dates and send you reminders with how-to links so you can complete your report before it’s due with the Utah Secretary of State.


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