How Can I Understand and Manage Charges on My ZenBusiness Account?
Understanding and Managing Charges on Your ZenBusiness Account
ZenBusiness offers various services and subscription plans to support your business needs. Charges on your account may vary based on the specific services you utilize. Below, we outline common charges, their purposes, and tips to manage your account effectively.
Common ZenBusiness Charges
Registered Agent Service ($199/year)
Purpose: This service ensures that your business has a registered agent available to receive legal or state documents on your behalf. ZenBusiness handles these documents and uploads them to your account dashboard. Charge Details: Typically billed annually after your business formation is completed.
- Legal Requirement: A registered agent is legally required for businesses to receive and process state and legal documents. ZenBusiness helps ensure compliance by scanning and uploading these documents directly to your account dashboard, with follow-ups for timely action.
Pro Plan ($199/year)
Purpose: Includes worry-free compliance features and additional support tools for your business operations. Charge Details: Often paired with the Registered Agent service for a combined total of $398 annually.
- Included Features: This plan provides compliance management tools such as email alerts for Annual Report deadlines, two free amendment filings yearly (excluding state fees), an operating agreement template, EIN acquisition, and accounting consultation.
EIN Creation ($99)
- Purpose: Helps you quickly and efficiently obtain an Employer Identification Number (EIN) for your business.
- Charge Details: Only billed once per business formation.
Understanding the $398 Charge from ZenBusiness
The $398 charge consists of two primary services, each costing $199 annually:
- Registered Agent Service: Supports compliance by receiving and managing state and legal documents on your behalf.
- Pro Plan: Offers tools like compliance management and filing support, making business operations more streamlined.