Question 1

What is a registered agent?

Accepted Answer

A registered agent is a person or service designated to receive legal documents, tax notices, and official state mail on behalf of your business. California requires every LLC, corporation, and nonprofit to have one on file with the Secretary of State.

Question 2

Is it really free to switch?

Accepted Answer

If you time the switch between Statement of Information filing cycles, California does not charge a separate state fee. We file all the paperwork for you at no extra cost.

Question 3

How fast will I get document notifications?

Accepted Answer

Within 15 minutes during business hours and within 60 minutes after hours via email, SMS, and Slack.

Question 4

Can you file my Statement of Information?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You can add it at checkout or request it anytime from your dashboard.

Question 5

Do you support Slack/SMS alerts?

Accepted Answer

Yes — NationCompliance supports email, SMS, and Slack alerts with delivery receipts.

Question 6

How do I cancel?

Accepted Answer

Designate a replacement registered agent with the state and let us know. There are no cancellation fees.

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