Question 1

What is a registered agent, and why does my Montana LLC need one?

Accepted Answer

A registered agent is a person or company with a physical Montana address that receives official mail, state notices, and legal documents for your LLC. Montana law (MCA Title 35) requires every LLC to maintain a registered agent in the state at all times. ZeroTaxTags serves as your Montana registered agent and forwards everything to you securely through your online dashboard.

Question 2

How do I switch my registered agent to ZeroTaxTags?

Accepted Answer

Switching is simple and 100% online. Tell us your LLC name, approve the change, and we file the change of registered agent with the Montana Secretary of State for you. There's no need to contact your old agent — we handle the paperwork.

Question 3

How long does it take to switch?

Accepted Answer

We submit your change of registered agent to the Montana Secretary of State right away, typically within 24 hours of your request. Once Montana records the change, your new agent service is in effect with no gap in coverage.

Question 4

Will switching cause any gap or downtime in my coverage?

Accepted Answer

No. We take over as your registered agent as soon as the change is recorded by the state, so there's no gap in your required agent coverage and your mail keeps flowing without interruption.

Question 5

How much does it cost to switch?

Accepted Answer

Switching is $1 for your first year, then a flat $99.99 per year. There are no setup fees and no hidden charges — one transparent price for full registered-agent service.

Question 6

Is there a separate state fee to change my registered agent?

Accepted Answer

Montana may charge a small state filing fee to record a change of registered agent. We'll let you know the current amount up front — there are no surprise charges from us.

Question 7

Can I switch if another company formed my LLC?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You can switch to ZeroTaxTags no matter who formed your Montana LLC or who your current registered agent is — including national filing services. We handle the transfer for you.

Question 8

Do I need to live in Montana to use a Montana registered agent?

Accepted Answer

No. You don't need to live in Montana. That's exactly why a registered agent exists — we provide the required Montana physical address and receive official documents on your LLC's behalf, wherever you live.

Question 9

What's included in your registered agent service?

Accepted Answer

Your plan includes same-day mail scanning, real-time compliance alerts, annual report filing, a digital client dashboard, and Montana-based support — everything you need to keep your LLC compliant and organized, in one flat plan. State filing fees (such as the annual report fee) are billed separately.

Question 10

How do I receive my mail and legal documents?

Accepted Answer

Every document we receive is scanned the same business day and uploaded to your secure online dashboard, with an instant notification. You can view, download, and manage all your LLC mail from anywhere.

Question 11

Will you file my Montana annual report?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We track your annual report deadline and file it on time, every year, and remind you before it's due. The state's annual report filing fee is billed separately.

Question 12

What happens if I miss my annual report?

Accepted Answer

Missing your annual report can cause your LLC to fall out of good standing or be dissolved by the state. Our service is built to prevent that with on-time filing and reminders.

Question 13

Is my personal information kept private?

Accepted Answer

As your registered agent, our Montana address — not your home address — appears on the public record for the registered-agent contact. This helps keep your personal address off that filing; note that some state filings may still require limited personal information.

Question 14

What information do you need to switch my agent?

Accepted Answer

Just your LLC's exact name and confirmation that you're authorized to make the change. We take care of the rest of the paperwork with the Montana Secretary of State.

Question 15

Is there a long-term contract? Can I cancel?

Accepted Answer

There's no long-term contract. Your registered agent service renews annually at the flat $99.99 rate, and you can choose not to renew at any time. We also back your switch with a 30-day money-back guarantee.

Question 16

Can I register vehicles under my LLC after switching agents?

Accepted Answer

Yes. If a vehicle is owned and titled by your LLC, we can help with the Montana registration paperwork for cars, RVs, motorcycles, boats, and more under your existing Montana LLC.

Question 17

What if my LLC has lapsed or isn't in good standing?

Accepted Answer

We can still help. As part of switching, we'll review your LLC's status and help you get back into good standing with the Montana Secretary of State where possible.

Question 18

How is ZeroTaxTags different from a national registered agent?

Accepted Answer

We're a Montana-based team focused on Montana LLCs — not a faceless national call center. You get same-day mail scanning, real-time alerts, a real dashboard, and people who actually answer, all for a flat $99.99/year ($1 your first year).

Question 19

Can I be my own registered agent in Montana?

Accepted Answer

Only if you have a physical street address in Montana — a PO box does not qualify — and you are available there during normal business hours to accept legal documents. That rules it out for most owners who do not live in Montana, which is why they appoint a commercial registered agent instead.