Starting an LLC? What Address Should You Use for Your Online Business? (See UPDATE for more info)

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  • @ROMOGNANCY
    @ROMOGNANCY 4 роки тому +40

    That intro music tho, makes me feel like I am about to learn some exclusive stuff lol

  • @mymisty7
    @mymisty7 4 роки тому +13

    When I lived in NC I got a PO box from the UPS store. I used their address and listed it as suite for the PO box. They received all my mail including signature required and packages. It worked well. I've moved to boring Indiana now.

  • @rhueoflandorin
    @rhueoflandorin 5 років тому +42

    you can use a PO box for the "business address", but DO NOT use a PO box for a registered agent. A registered agent is needed to "Receive service" / "get served by a court" and if you fail to be available to receive service, you could lose a case by default. (description updated, but felt i should add this here for people who don't read updated descriptions)

    • @WhatsThePoint01
      @WhatsThePoint01 4 роки тому +2

      But you can not use a PO Box for an LLC, correct? It needs to be a physical address. Or am I wrong.

    • @gabriellewalker3190
      @gabriellewalker3190 4 роки тому +1

      Wesley Marion Jr Correct. Because a Registered Agent is required for an LLC.

    • @Golith14
      @Golith14 4 роки тому +3

      @@gabriellewalker3190 So if I am the registered agent filing for the LLC for my company, I would use my home address for the registered agent, and just use the PO box for the business address? I'm renting my place so I'm not quite sure if I'm allowed to use my home address as the business or registered agent address.

    • @rikrik455
      @rikrik455 4 роки тому

      @@gabriellewalker3190 bmp

    • @tracyb3198
      @tracyb3198 3 роки тому +1

      @@clothingworkzz9662 if you list yourself as the registered agent your address is going to be public records you do not want to use yourself as a registered agent unless you do not care that the whole world will have your home address

  • @waterfountainsofarizona4587
    @waterfountainsofarizona4587 4 роки тому +5

    The Post Office don’t allow the use of the word Apartment or Apt preceding the p o box number. You are allowed to use Unit Suite or the # sign. Thank you for all your help Bless You!

  • @IntrovertedArabi
    @IntrovertedArabi Рік тому +1

    CAN USE THE REGISTERED AGENT AS PRINCIPLE PLACE OF BUSINESS

  • @stanmoney8470
    @stanmoney8470 Рік тому +1

    Do i have to get a virtual address before I setup an LLC? I was trying to set it up now. There asking for a business address.

  • @gmwb706
    @gmwb706 3 роки тому +1

    Just what I wanted to hear. Was so glad I caught your video. You just got a new subscriber... Look forward to plenty useful video content.

  • @Fiveleafclover180
    @Fiveleafclover180 4 роки тому +3

    What if I have the following scenario:
    -Operate in State "A"
    -Have a virtual business address in State "B"
    -Formed an LLC in State "C" (Side note: Yes, I am aware that you advise against forming an LLC outside the state of the business' operations).
    Would I have to file business taxes in all three states, just States "A" and "C", or another combination?

  • @BlueArtPalette
    @BlueArtPalette 5 років тому +4

    Very helpful, simple, straightforward, and understandable. Subscribed!

  • @meka1369
    @meka1369 3 роки тому +4

    What address is recommended when first submitting the paperwork to form your LLC? Should your home address be used at that point and then changed later on so your home address is not public if someone googles your LLC?

    • @felixmcbride5448
      @felixmcbride5448 3 роки тому +2

      That's why I just put my LLC on hold.
      Renting a mailbox was $30 a month.

  • @rainbowsunshinekitty3953
    @rainbowsunshinekitty3953 4 роки тому +3

    USPS Customer Agreement says you cannot use the street address as your physical residence or place of business in legal documents.

    • @felixmcbride5448
      @felixmcbride5448 3 роки тому

      LegalZoom takes it?

    • @ryanb6614
      @ryanb6614 2 роки тому

      They literally have an option to add a street address for business PO Box

    • @rainbowsunshinekitty3953
      @rainbowsunshinekitty3953 2 роки тому

      @@ryanb6614 You can use the PO Box. But you can't convert it to a street address and use. PO Box is not the same as street address. PO Box 358 vs 358 Main St.

  • @BossChronicles
    @BossChronicles Рік тому

    Does youre virtual address need to be located innthe same state as youre llc?

  • @triciahummel7086
    @triciahummel7086 2 роки тому

    When forming an LLC in California, If I'm going to move in a couple months but want to start my business now, do I put my current address or the address of where I'm moving?

  • @yasmineperez
    @yasmineperez 2 роки тому

    Hi i live in California and I just got a mailbox at my local UPS store that comes with a real address and suite number. I was going to use this as my business address. I am wondering if I can also use this UPS store as my registered agent since they are open during business hours and can receive my mail?

  • @stephaniecompere1461
    @stephaniecompere1461 Рік тому

    Give us an example of what it would look like if you use the PO box with their actual address

  • @craigslist940
    @craigslist940 3 роки тому +1

    i live in pakistan, how i form llc online in wyoming, which address i need to start, RA, principal address, mailing address, what are the difference between these addresses

  • @denisebailey7646
    @denisebailey7646 5 років тому +6

    Soo is the renting a P.O. Box & having them provide the physical address illegal? I need to know.. also can a Registered Agent accept physical packages & forward them to me? If not what would be the point of having one? Then I would have to pay a RA & also for a P.O. Box

    • @dlaw5859
      @dlaw5859 5 років тому

      Did u find the answer to this question yet???

    • @tishr9670
      @tishr9670 4 роки тому

      Yes u would have to pay for both

    • @bry9895
      @bry9895 4 роки тому +3

      For those of you trying to go the p.o. box street address way..its illegal...I just got a application today from the post office and it says on the application "you may not use the street address option as your physical residence or place of business in legal documents"

  • @resumingforward6897
    @resumingforward6897 2 роки тому

    In NY can you use a Virtual Business Address to start your LLC and does the address have to be in the same county of the same state (NY) in which you live or will be working in even though your business will start online? And if so are there any pros and cons to this possible solution? Thanks in advance!

  • @TheHungerGaines
    @TheHungerGaines 3 роки тому +1

    Per the secretary of state website, "The designated office in California is where copies of the organizational documents, operating agreement, financial and other business records must be kept. " I know I can get by with a physical po box address, but how would this effect my business legally? Does it open the door to possible future legal consequences?

    • @TheHungerGaines
      @TheHungerGaines 3 роки тому

      Because it is not possible to keep these records at the post office.

    • @tracyb3198
      @tracyb3198 3 роки тому

      I’m confused about your question because I’m also in California and I’ve already filed my LLC back in January 2021 and yes all of your original paperwork will be on file at the Secretary of State as well as the IRS but as far as a registered agent you can hire anyone that has a physical address to do that or a virtual address that’s not a PO Box

  • @Thedumbtruckdriver
    @Thedumbtruckdriver 4 роки тому +1

    Will using the home address allow your corporate veil to be pierced (the alter-ego doctrine)? Even if everything else is seperated and properly enacted.

  • @T0mF0rd
    @T0mF0rd 4 роки тому

    Ive been looking for this answer. Thanks

  • @culturedtherapist3211
    @culturedtherapist3211 3 роки тому

    New subscriber..great information

  • @mimin4084
    @mimin4084 3 роки тому

    Awesome question 👍

  • @thematrix215
    @thematrix215 4 роки тому

    Extremely informative thank you!

  • @revolutionarybroadcastingg4162
    @revolutionarybroadcastingg4162 5 років тому +7

    Quick question, I set up my L.L.C. Online and I thought I had to use my own home address just a few days ago. Can I go back and change it now it to a P.O. Box with the physical address? Or is it to late?

    • @jimhart
      @jimhart  5 років тому +1

      You will need a physical address where someone can accept mail for your registered agent address. You can typically change your business address by filing the appropriate paperwork with the Secretary of State where you live.

  • @mikeb2237
    @mikeb2237 4 роки тому

    Do you have a video on forming LLC in state (Maryland as an example or Out of state (Wyoming and Delaware as examples) Should I do it in state Maryland considered one of the worst or out of state and create a physical address if needed. THanks

  • @guadaruiz143
    @guadaruiz143 4 роки тому +2

    Hello, my LLC (online business) is registered in Missouri. What do I do when I no longer live in the state/country?

    • @saishap7315
      @saishap7315 4 роки тому

      You can either dissolve the business or move the business to the state , you'll just make an update with the state . This was also a question I asked my attorney and you have the option to dissolve the business, move the business or start a new one . I hoped this helped!

    • @Breezy54759w
      @Breezy54759w 4 роки тому

      Depending on your biz, you may not want to dissolve your biz entity in MO. I was told by my lawyer that I had a choice whether I wanted to start fresh in my new state, but since I've been in biz for several years, if you dissolve your MO LLC., your biz start date changes to the date you get a new LLC. in your new state. This may show that you don't have established business credibility but that is subjective. However, you must register your biz in your new state. Contact your state biz organization and ask about how to obtain a Foreign LLC. since your biz entity is registered elsewhere. Hope this helps.
      *Disclaimer: The views expressed above are my own experience and not of the owner of this channel or from UA-cam. I am not a lawyer and I am not liable for the information provided. Please do your due diligence and get legal advice from a lawyer in your area.

  • @TFrills
    @TFrills 4 роки тому +6

    Can I use a rented storage unit as my business address if that's where I store my product?

    • @loveyourbliss7259
      @loveyourbliss7259 3 роки тому +2

      good question

    • @tdupay
      @tdupay 3 роки тому

      Did anyone ever answer this question for you? I was just talking about this today... thanks

    • @TFrills
      @TFrills 3 роки тому

      @@tdupay no :(

  • @victoriasluxuryestates
    @victoriasluxuryestates 2 роки тому

    Thanks!

  • @Purplecolors88
    @Purplecolors88 2 роки тому

    is principal address means virtual address?

  • @ThaMidwestBrutha
    @ThaMidwestBrutha 6 років тому +3

    I like the other intro music...you're still awesome tho!!!

    • @jimhart
      @jimhart  6 років тому +1

      Thanks for watching Allen Watkins! I appreciate it!

  • @mariegoransson4586
    @mariegoransson4586 5 років тому +1

    Can you use the registered agents address as your business address or mailing address?

  • @iamsamanthad
    @iamsamanthad 4 роки тому

    Can I use my old address and just fwd it to my new address???

  • @jesslucio3104
    @jesslucio3104 5 років тому +1

    Very interesting!
    If the business is headquartered at my residence and I don't use a different address when it comes to filing would my home address be made public somehow? I don't suppose I can have a P.O. box listed as my business headquarters? (for strictly business correspondence and not registered agent use)
    I also wonder about this if I don't use a registered agent and act as my own. You said that the business cannot act as the registered agent, but that an individual could. Since I work from home would my business location prevent me from being my own registered agent.

    • @jimhart
      @jimhart  5 років тому

      Can't give you legal advice here, but feel free to schedule a call with me to review what you should do in your situation. clarity.fm/jameshart

    • @JoseAntonio-ty7le
      @JoseAntonio-ty7le 5 років тому

      Yes, it would be 100% public. And people would market knocking at your house!

  • @jandreabeauty
    @jandreabeauty 4 роки тому

    Good info!

  • @TheWirkkalaShow
    @TheWirkkalaShow 5 років тому

    Thank you very helpful!

  • @moriahaddison
    @moriahaddison 4 роки тому

    Very helpful !

  • @Blue_Kryptonite
    @Blue_Kryptonite 4 роки тому

    Can you use a UPS suite address?

  • @VincentWest19
    @VincentWest19 4 роки тому

    the Vidiq link is missin

  • @guitarlightbulb624
    @guitarlightbulb624 6 років тому +2

    thank you!

    • @jimhart
      @jimhart  6 років тому

      Thanks for watching! I appreciate it!

  • @shawnbrunson6758
    @shawnbrunson6758 6 років тому +1

    Does this apply in Kentucky as well?

    • @jimhart
      @jimhart  6 років тому +2

      Hi Shawn, I'm only licensed to practice in Florida and North Carolina, so I can't give advice on Kentucky law. That being said, the general rule for registered agents is that they must have a street address (not PO Box) where they can accept service on behalf of a business. You should check with a Kentucky attorney to confirm that this is the rule in Kentucky as well and make sure there are no other exceptions.

  • @skylark304
    @skylark304 4 роки тому

    say you have POBOX 99444 IN OAKLAND POST OFFICE > HOW TO WRITE THE Address: 1675 7th ,Oakland # 99444 CA 94615 (IT'S SAME AS POBOX ADDRESS )
    LEGAL . NO MUMBO JUMBO ! I HAVE CHECKED IT OUT AT COUNTY LEVEL, USPS MAIN OFFICE .

  • @gitathomas6102
    @gitathomas6102 4 роки тому

    5589

  • @MsSherraine1
    @MsSherraine1 4 роки тому +1

    So I have an LLC and I’m currently using my home address as the business address and I’m also my own Resident agent. Can I get a P.O. Box for my business? My county is saying I can’t have inventory in home basically because of zoning laws? Once I change the Business address, would the Zoning laws still affect me working from home?

    • @SheisOshun
      @SheisOshun 2 роки тому

      Hey hun I had a few questions .. when becoming your own resident agent , we’re you able to use your home address ?

  • @David7pm
    @David7pm 5 років тому +2

    Thanks!

  • @SodaTasteTester
    @SodaTasteTester 4 роки тому

    Can you use a virtual mail box to get a business license with your city? My city requires an inspection in order to get a license but my business is all online.

    • @Breezy54759w
      @Breezy54759w 4 роки тому +2

      Check out your state business website and call them. Explain your scenario so they can determine what is best for your occupation.