How much does a registered agent cost?

Registered agent services cost between $49 and $299 per year, with most reputable providers charging $100-$150 annually. First-year promotional rates as low as $0-$39 are common but typically renew at $149-$299 in year two. Lovie includes registered agent service at no additional cost with all formation plans.

Price comparison of major providers (2026 renewal rates): Northwest Registered Agent $125/year, Incfile $119/year, ZenBusiness $199/year, LegalZoom $299/year, Registered Agents Inc. $200/year. Be cautious of $0 first-year offers — they lock you into expensive renewals and make it difficult to switch (transferring registered agents requires a state filing). The cheapest option is to serve as your own registered agent (free), but this requires you to be physically present at a listed address during all business hours and puts your home address on public records.