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The annual report.
The yearly renewal a US company files with its state. Filed on time, the company holds its good standing. Left unattended, the penalty accrues, and in time the state dissolves the entity. We keep the cycle, and you never see the deadline.
What it is.
Every state requires registered companies to file a yearly renewal, often called the annual report or franchise tax.
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What the report includes.
Most states ask for a similar set of fields, with small variations.
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How we file it.
We track the deadline for every client's state.
Discover moreWhat it is.
Every state requires registered companies to file a yearly renewal, often called the annual report or franchise tax. The filing tells the state the company is still operating, confirms the registered agent and principal address, and pays the renewal fee.
It applies to LLCs, C-Corporations, and S-Corporations. The filing's name and the fee differ by state, but the underlying obligation is the same in all 50.
Without the filing, the company falls into delinquent status. Left delinquent long enough, the state administratively dissolves the entity.
What the report includes.
Most states ask for a similar set of fields, with small variations. The renewal is a confirmation, not a tax return: the state is checking that the company's record is still accurate.
- Confirmation that the company is still active
- Current registered agent and registered office address
- Principal place of business address
- Names and addresses of officers (Corporations) or managers (LLCs)
- Brief description of business activity (in some states)
- Renewal fee, paid alongside the filing
If anything has changed since the last filing, this is the moment to update it. We confirm every field with you before submitting.
How we file it.
We track the deadline for every client's state. Roughly 30 days before the renewal is due, we contact you with the current information on file, ask whether anything has changed, and prepare the filing. Once you approve, we submit electronically and remit the fee directly to the state.
Confirmation comes back from the state usually within 1 to 5 business days. We forward the certificate to you and update our records for next year's cycle.
Details
What's included
- Deadline tracking and 30-day reminder
- Information confirmation before filing
- Form preparation and electronic submission
- State fee remitted on your behalf
- Confirmation certificate from the state
- Available in all 50 states
Questions
Frequently asked
What's the difference between an annual report and a tax return?
An annual report is filed with the Secretary of State to keep the company in good standing. A tax return is filed with the IRS or state revenue department to report income. Both are required, and both are tracked separately.
What happens if I miss the annual report deadline?
Most states charge a late penalty within the first 30 to 60 days. After that, the company can be moved to delinquent status, and eventually administratively dissolved. Reinstating a dissolved company costs significantly more than filing the report on time.
Does the annual report fee vary by state?
Yes. Some states (like Wyoming) charge $60. Some (like California) charge $800 in franchise tax plus the report fee. Some (like Delaware) bill the franchise tax separately. We tell you the exact fee for your state before filing.
Do I need to file an annual report every year for the life of the company?
Yes. As long as the entity is active, the state requires the renewal. Most states bill annually; a few (like Pennsylvania) bill every 10 years. We track the cycle for your state.
What information does the report ask for?
Typically: registered agent on file, principal office address, list of officers or members, and confirmation that the company is still operating. Some states ask for a brief description of the business activity.
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