So, you want to start a business? Congratulations! That's a major decision that can lead to great success. You need to take one step first however, and that's choosing the right entity type for your business. More specifically, an LLC versus a corporation. This decision helps ensure you have the proper structure to meet your business size and needs. LLCs and corporations (often shortened as Inc.)

If you have a small business and have decided a limited liability company or corporation is right for you, you'll need a registered agent. An LLC’s registered agent is an individual or entity which the LLC has designated to receive service of process notices, compliance-related documents, and government correspondence on behalf of the LLC. Basically, the registered agent for an LLC will have one p