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Company Info FAQs Answers to common questions.

Does the company name always need to end with “LLC” or "Inc."?

In short, yes. The designator signifies the type of entity the company was organized or incorporated as. It should always be attached to the end of your company name on any official documents. However, for the purposes of this form do not manually add a designator to the company name field above. Instead, use the “designator” dropdown field to select one that’s appropriate for the type of entity you are forming. For example: “Inc” can not be used for a limited liability company.

What if my desired company name is not available?

We run company name availability search in your state prior to filing documents with the DOS. If your desired name is not available, a Filenow representative will reach out to you over the phone and email for an alternate name.

Can the company address be out of state or a P.O. Box?

In short, yes. However, if your principal place of business is out of state or you use a P.O. Box as your company address you will need the services of a Registered Agent located in-state where you are forming your company. Registered agent will be designated on the next step of this form.

What if my "Business Activity" is not covered by any of the available options?

If none of the dropdown options best describe the purpose or business activity of your new company, select the "other" option for this dropdown field.

Registered Agent FAQs Answers to common questions.

How much does the registered agent service cost?

New Premium Plan customers can enjoy first year of registered agent service absolutely free. After that , annual fee for continued use of the service is $119 per year.

How do I know when my registered agent service should be renewed?

Registered agent service renews automatically every year from the date your order is placed. Your payment methods used to renew this subscription can be managed from “My Account” dashboard. If registered agent service fails to renew automatically, a customer service representative will get in touch with you.

Can I cancel registered agent service?

If you decide to cancel registered agent service, it is your responsibility to appoint a new registered agent. This is done by filing “change of registered agent” forms with the state where your company was formed and paying all associated fees. Failure to appoint new agent can result in loss of company’s good standing with the state. Our customer support department is here to help, contact us as soon as you decide to cancel the service.

Can the registered agent address be my personal or company address?

In short, yes, as long as your personal or company address is a physical location in the state where your company is being formed. Virtual offices and P.O. box cannot be used for registered agent address. Additionally, you must be available at that address during regular business hours to receive state, tax and service of process documents.

 

Earn a bonus of $100 to $500 to support your small business.

For a limited time, this bonus offer is available with a new Business Advantage Banking account and business credit card from Bank of America1 with qualifying activities. See details below.

1 Eligibility:

Offer only available to business owners who receive this offer via a direct communication from a Bank of America Small Business Specialist or from a Bank of America communication. This offer is intended for new customers only; your business is not eligible for this offer if you were an owner or signer on a Bank of America Business Advantage account within the last six (6) months. Bank of America employees are not eligible for this offer. Offer not available in a Bank of America financial center or online at bankofamerica.com/smallbusiness.

Offer expires on December 31, 2023 and all qualifying activities must be completed within the stated time frames in order to be eligible for this offer. This offer may not be combined with any other offers. You must meet the requirements of this offer, in order to receive the bonus associated with that offer. Bank of America may change or discontinue this offer at any time before this date without notice. Only one Banking Relationship bonus offer per business owner, regardless of the number of businesses owned or operated by the customer.

Requirements to Receive a Business Advantage Banking Cash Bonus Up to $200:

To earn the $100 bonus:

Open a new Business Advantage Relationship Banking or Business Advantage Fundamentals™ Banking account by December 31, 2023; AND

  • Make Qualifying Deposits of $1,000 or more in new money* into your new Business Advantage Banking account within thirty (30) days of account opening; AND
  • Maintain an average balance of $1,000 during the Maintenance Period** into the new Business Advantage Banking account.
To earn the $200 bonus:

Open a new Business Advantage Relationship Banking or Business Advantage Fundamentals™ Banking account by December 31, 2023; AND

  • Make Qualifying Deposits of $3,000 or more in new money* into your new Business Advantage Banking account within thirty (30) days of account opening; AND
  • Maintain an average balance of $3,000 during the Maintenance Period** into the new Business Advantage Banking account.

The $100 and $200 bonus Business Advantage Banking offers are mutually exclusive: only one bonus (either $100 or $200) per business.

*New money is new funds deposited into your Business Advantage Banking account that are not transfers from other Bank of America deposit accounts or Merrill investment accounts. A transfer done via ATM, online or teller, or a transfer from a Bank of America deposit account or brokerage account, such as a Merrill account, is not considered new money. A cash withdrawal from an existing Bank of America account and deposited into the new Business Advantage Banking account is not considered new money.

**The Maintenance Period begins thirty-one (31) calendar days after account opening and ends ninety (90) calendar days after account opening.

Requirements to Qualify for the $300 Credit Card Statement Credit:

  • Apply for a new small business credit card account (such as the Business Advantage Customized Cash Rewards credit card or the Business Advantage Unlimited Cash Rewards credit card) by December 31, 2023; AND
  • Make at least $3,000 in New Net Purchases*** with your card that post to your account within the first ninety (90) days from the small business credit card account opening.
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***New "Net Purchases" exclude any Balance Transfers, Cash Advances, fees, returns and adjustments. The statement credit will be applied to the company’s business card account. One $300 statement credit allowed per business. Please allow 10-12 weeks after the qualifying transaction posts to your account to receive your statement credit. Offer subject to change without notice.

For information about rates, fees, other costs and benefits associated with the use of the business credit cards, ask an associate. Credit cards are issued and administered by Bank of America, N.A.

Additional Terms:

All account applications are subject to approval. Your account does not qualify for the bonus until you provide all of the information we require in connection with opening the account by the promotion end date December 31, 2023. This includes information we require to identify each account owner and to report the bonus to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), including a validly completed IRS Form W-9 or Form W-8 (as applicable). The value of this bonus may constitute taxable income to you. To the extent required by law, Bank of America may withhold tax or other amounts from the payment. Please consult your tax advisor, as neither Bank of America, its affiliates, nor their employees provide tax advice. Please consult a financial center, visit bankofamerica.com, or see the Business Schedule of Fees found at bankofamerica.com/businessfeesataglance for other account fees, rates and information.

All new Business Advantage Banking accounts must be open and in good standing up to and including the date the earned bonus is paid in order to receive the earned bonus. We will make every attempt to deposit the earned cash bonus directly into your Business Advantage Banking account within 60 days from the end of your qualifying period; if we are unable to do so, a check will be issued.

Reproduction, purchase, sale, transfer or trade of this offer is prohibited.
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Bank of America, N.A. Member FDIC. ©2023 Bank of America Corporation

Business Contract Templates

  • Banking Resolution
  • Breach of Contract Cease and Desist
  • Buy-Sell Agreement, Corporate Bylaws
  • Employee Termination Letter
  • Employment Agreement
  • General Partnership Agreement
  • Independent Contractor Agreement
  • Licensing Agreement
  • Non-Compete Agreement
  • Non-Disclosure Agreement
  • Operating Agreement
  • Purchase Agreement
  • Purchase Order
  • Services Agreement
  • Shareholder Agreement

Sample Locations

Here's a few examples of what
your address may look like:

Birmingham, AL
505 20th St. N, Suite 1215,
Birmingham, AL 35203

Mobile, AL
9 Dauphin St., Suite 100-A,
Mobile, AL 36602

You will get to choose your exact address after you have finished creating your company.