{"id":20569,"date":"2024-01-09T17:55:43","date_gmt":"2024-01-09T17:55:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/?page_id=20569"},"modified":"2024-03-12T16:54:39","modified_gmt":"2024-03-12T16:54:39","slug":"montana","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/","title":{"rendered":"12 Best Montana Registered Agent Services (2024 Review)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>The right Montana registered agent<\/strong> works to keep your business compliant with the state while protecting your personal assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The wrong Montana registered agent<\/strong> will put your business at risk by failing to notify you of deadlines and regulatory changes and won\u2019t safeguard your personal data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I've investigated 60+ registered agents, assessed the top 12, and written in-depth reviews of the three best. Here are my picks for the best registered agent service in Montana:<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #212121;color:#212121\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #212121;color:#212121\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/#1_Northwest_Registered_Agent_%E2%80%94_91310_My_Top_Pick\" title=\"1. Northwest Registered Agent \u2014 9.13\/10 (My Top Pick)\">1. Northwest Registered Agent \u2014 9.13\/10 (My Top Pick)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/#Pros\" title=\"Pros\">Pros<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/#Cons\" title=\"Cons\">Cons<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/#Overall\" title=\"Overall\">Overall<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/#2_Harbor_Compliance_%E2%80%94_79210_Best_Budget_Registered_Agent\" title=\"2. Harbor Compliance \u2014 7.92\/10 (Best Budget Registered Agent)\">2. Harbor Compliance \u2014 7.92\/10 (Best Budget Registered Agent)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/#Pros-2\" title=\"Pros\">Pros<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/#Cons-2\" title=\"Cons\">Cons<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/#Overall-2\" title=\"Overall\">Overall<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/#3_LegalZoom_%E2%80%94_65910_Best_Premium_Service\" title=\"3. LegalZoom \u2014 6.59\/10 (Best Premium Service)\">3. LegalZoom \u2014 6.59\/10 (Best Premium Service)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/#Pros-3\" title=\"Pros\">Pros<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/#Cons-3\" title=\"Cons\">Cons<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/#Overall-3\" title=\"Overall\">Overall<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/#4_ZenBusiness\" title=\"4. ZenBusiness\">4. ZenBusiness<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/#5_IncFile\" title=\"5. IncFile\">5. IncFile<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/#6_Rocket_Lawyer\" title=\"6. Rocket Lawyer\">6. Rocket Lawyer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/#7_SunDoc_Filings\" title=\"7. SunDoc Filings\">7. SunDoc Filings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/#8_InCorp\" title=\"8. InCorp\">8. InCorp<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/#9_Swyft_Filings\" title=\"9. Swyft Filings\">9. Swyft Filings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/#10_CSC_Global\" title=\"10. CSC Global\">10. CSC Global<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/#11_Registered_Agents_Inc\" title=\"11. Registered Agents Inc.\">11. Registered Agents Inc.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/#12_Jumpstart_Filings\" title=\"12. Jumpstart Filings\">12. Jumpstart Filings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/#Registered_Agent_Review_Summary\" title=\"Registered Agent Review Summary\">Registered Agent Review Summary<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/#Best_Registered_Agent_Review_Methodology\" title=\"Best Registered Agent Review Methodology&nbsp;\">Best Registered Agent Review Methodology&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/#Why_You_Should_Trust_Me\" title=\"Why You Should Trust Me\">Why You Should Trust Me<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/#How_I_Selected_the_Best_Registered_Agent\" title=\"How I Selected the Best Registered Agent\">How I Selected the Best Registered Agent<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/#Stage_1_Reviews\" title=\"Stage 1: Reviews\">Stage 1: Reviews<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/#Stage_2_Website_Analysis\" title=\"Stage 2: Website Analysis\">Stage 2: Website Analysis<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/#Stage_3_Speaking_with_Real_Customers\" title=\"Stage 3: Speaking with Real Customers\">Stage 3: Speaking with Real Customers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/#Stage_4_Speaking_with_Their_Sales_Teams\" title=\"Stage 4: Speaking with Their Sales Teams\">Stage 4: Speaking with Their Sales Teams<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/#Rating_Factors\" title=\"Rating Factors\">Rating Factors<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/#Factor_1_Offerings\" title=\"Factor 1: Offerings\">Factor 1: Offerings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/#Factor_2_Value\" title=\"Factor 2: Value\">Factor 2: Value<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/#Factor_3_Ease_of_Sign-up\" title=\"Factor 3: Ease of Sign-up\">Factor 3: Ease of Sign-up<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/#Factor_4_Ease_of_Use\" title=\"Factor 4: Ease of Use\">Factor 4: Ease of Use<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/#Factor_5_Customer_Service\" title=\"Factor 5: Customer Service\">Factor 5: Customer Service<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/#The_Best_Montana_Registered_Agent_Results_Summary\" title=\"The Best Montana Registered Agent Results Summary\">The Best Montana Registered Agent Results Summary<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/#Best_Overall_Registered_Agent_%E2%80%94_Northwest_Registered_Agent_91310\" title=\"Best Overall Registered Agent \u2014 Northwest Registered Agent (9.13\/10)\">Best Overall Registered Agent \u2014 Northwest Registered Agent (9.13\/10)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/#Best_Budget_Registered_Agent_%E2%80%94_Harbor_Compliance_79210\" title=\"Best Budget Registered Agent \u2014 Harbor Compliance (7.92\/10)\">Best Budget Registered Agent \u2014 Harbor Compliance (7.92\/10)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/#Best_Premium_Registered_Agent_%E2%80%94_LegalZoom_65910\" title=\"Best Premium Registered Agent \u2014 LegalZoom (6.59\/10)\">Best Premium Registered Agent \u2014 LegalZoom (6.59\/10)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/#In_Conclusion\" title=\"In Conclusion\">In Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Northwest_Registered_Agent_%E2%80%94_91310_My_Top_Pick\"><\/span>1. Northwest Registered Agent \u2014 9.13\/10 (My Top Pick)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/go\/nwra\/ra\/mo\">Northwest Registered Agent<\/a> is my choice for the best Montana registered agent service. They cover the basics to guarantee your ongoing compliance with the Montana Secretary of State and have the best customer service in the industry.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pros\"><\/span>Pros<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/go\/nwra\/ra\/mo\">Northwest Registered Agent<\/a> excels at handling the essential tasks of a registered agent. They provide a physical Montana address, where they will handle service of process, assist in filing your annual report, and manage other legal notifications, as well as communications from the state. Upon receipt of any such documents, they will promptly scan and upload them to your online portal, assuring you near-instant access. Mail will also be forwarded to you the old-fashioned way and will be delivered to your home or PO Box within a matter of days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They have provide some of the <a href=\"\/llc\/montana\/\">best LLC services in Montana<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Northwest Registered Agent takes their responsibility to protect your personal assets and data very seriously, and you can rest assured that everything is safe. They will also help protect the legal status of your Montana LLC by helping you set up a personal calendar with compliance alerts. Follow their guidance, and you\u2019ll never miss a key deadline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unlike some of their competitors, <a href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/go\/nwra\/ra\/mo\">Northwest Registered Agent<\/a> also keeps the simple things simple. They have a very intuitive website that allows you to access your documents with ease. Sign-up is also a simple process, and they\u2019re very quick to respond to any of your questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Undoubtedly the most impressive part of Northwest Registered Agent\u2019s service is their customer service team. While many other companies have cut costs by outsourcing or automating their customer service department, Northwest seems to have doubled their investment.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Their staff consists of former lawyers, accountants, and entrepreneurs. With so much experience, they can guide your Montana LLC through whatever challenges you may encounter. They even go well beyond their responsibilities as a registered agent should you need additional help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite such stellar product offerings and customer service, Northwest Registered Agent manages to keep their prices very competitive. They are far less expensive than national registered agents and, at $125 per year, they are excellent value.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cons\"><\/span>Cons<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There have been a few times when I found the customer service at Northwest Registered Agent to be a little bit too thorough. If I have a quick question that only requires a quick answer, I want to get off the phone as quickly as possible. At these times I don\u2019t appreciate someone who is determined to dot all the i\u2019s and cross all the t\u2019s. I just want to move on to the next thing on my to-do list as quickly as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Honestly, this barely registers as a legitimate complaint. All the instances that someone at Northwest Registered Agent was willing to patiently and repeatedly explain a change in regulations to me more than makes up for the few occasions when I was in a rush and lost a few moments to an over-interested customer service agent.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Overall\"><\/span>Overall<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/go\/nwra\/ra\/mo\">Northwest Registered Agent<\/a> offers the best Montana registered agent service by a considerable margin. They do everything required of a registered agent and do it with the best customer service and at a very competitive rate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to appoint a registered agent that will guide your Montana business through all regulatory challenges and do so at a great price go to <a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/go\/nwra\/ra\/mo\">Northwest Registered Agent<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Harbor_Compliance_%E2%80%94_79210_Best_Budget_Registered_Agent\"><\/span>2. Harbor Compliance \u2014 7.92\/10 (Best Budget Registered Agent)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your budget is your principal priority and you can do with just the basics, <a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/go\/hc\/ra\/mo\">Harbor Compliance<\/a> is a reliable option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pros-2\"><\/span>Pros<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/go\/hc\/ra\/mo\">Harbor Compliance<\/a> is a no-frills company that satisfies all the basic requirements to serve as your Montana registered agent service and does so at the best price ($99) of any registered agent on my list. You\u2019ll receive a local street address that will be staffed during normal business hours to receive service of process, assistance with filing your annual report, other legal documents or communications from the Montana Secretary of State.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Everything they receive on your behalf will be physically forwarded to you and also scanned and uploaded to your online account. Harbor Compliance will call to notify you of the receipt of any particularly time-sensitive documents. You will also receive compliance alerts regarding deadlines, such as an upcoming due date for an annual report.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cons-2\"><\/span>Cons<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Harbor Compliance\u2019s low price point comes with the expected tradeoff of a lower quality product. That isn\u2019t always the case in the realm of registered agents, where prices can seem assigned at random, but with Harbor Compliance you get what you pay for and little more.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To save $26 per year compared with Northwest Registered Agent, you\u2019ll be sacrificing superior customer service and the peace of mind of knowing you\u2019re with the best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Overall-2\"><\/span>Overall<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are really pinching pennies to keep your company afloat, you could do a lot worse than Harbor Compliance. They won\u2019t go an inch of that extra mile <a href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/go\/nwra\/ra\/mo\">Northwest Registered Agent<\/a> will go on your behalf, but <a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/go\/hc\/ra\/mo\">Harbor Compliance<\/a> will do more than enough to keep your company in good standing with the state of Montana.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_LegalZoom_%E2%80%94_65910_Best_Premium_Service\"><\/span>3. LegalZoom \u2014 6.59\/10 (Best Premium Service)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/go\/lz\/ra\">LegalZoom<\/a> is a reputable, established legal services company that offers registered agent service for a very steep price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pros-3\"><\/span>Pros<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>LegalZoom is probably the most renowned name on this list, and you may have used them for other legal services, either personal or business related. When you are trying to decide which Montana registered agent service you can trust with your company, finding a familiar name can give you some peace of mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>LegalZoom\u2019s extensive array of legal services can also be a plus. With one account at LegalZoom you can file for a trademark, amend your personal will, form a corporation, and appoint a registered agent. If your time is more limited than your budget, this can be a distinct advantage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An additional advantage of using LegalZoom is that they have a unique add-on that is not frequently included with all Montana registered agent services.&nbsp;They throw in a $1 million identity theft insurance policy free of charge. With millions of cases of identity theft being reported every year, this is a significant perk.&nbsp;LegalZoom also maintains a good standing with the Montana Secretary of State.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cons-3\"><\/span>Cons<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>LegalZoom\u2019s biggest drawback is their price, which is more than double the price of Northwest Registered Agent and three times that of Harbor Compliance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The identity theft insurance definitely justifies a higher price tag, but you could purchase a similar policy elsewhere, hire a different Montana registered agent service, and save quite a bit of money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s also a drawback to using a one-stop legal shop for your Montana registered agent service. LegalZoom is such a large company and offers so many different products that accessing answers to questions specific to your registered agent service can be difficult.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Overall-3\"><\/span>Overall<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If your budget isn\u2019t a priority and you really appreciate going to one URL for all your registered agent and legal needs, LegalZoom is a good option to hire for your Montana registered agent service.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out <a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/go\/lz\/ra\">LegalZoom here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_ZenBusiness\"><\/span>4. ZenBusiness<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Primarily an LLC-formation company, <a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/go\/zb\/ra\/mo\">ZenBusiness<\/a> is still refining their registered agent service in Montana. At one point this service was only available for clients who used them to form their LLC or other business entity, but ZenBusiness has since opened it up for all.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Their LLC formation service is excellent so I\u2019d like to give them the benefit of a doubt, but currently, their registered agent service is marred by a costly pricing system. They offer a Pro Package for $199 that includes all standard registered agent services, such as filing your annual report, and a worry-free compliance alert system. However, Northwest and Harbor Compliance provide a more comprehensive services, and better customer service at a lower rate.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Until they improve their pricing, ZenBusiness lags behind both <a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/go\/nwra\/ra\/mo\">Northwest Registered Agent<\/a> in terms of service, quality, and offerings, and Harbor Compliance in terms of price. However, they do maintain good standing with the Montana Secretary of State.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you'd like to learn more about ZenBusiness' service offerings, read my full <a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/reviews\/zenbusiness\/\">ZenBusiness review<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_IncFile\"><\/span>5. IncFile<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/go\/if\/ra\">IncFile<\/a> will keep you in good standing with the Montana Secretary of State by providing a physical address and accepting service of process and other legal documents on your behalf. Although their price ($119) is on the low end of the spectrum, they don\u2019t offer compliance alerts and there are better options in this price range.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Rocket_Lawyer\"><\/span>6. Rocket Lawyer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/go\/rl\/ra\">Rocket Lawyer<\/a> is an <a href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-online-legal-services\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"22183\">online legal services<\/a> company akin to LegalZoom, but often with more affordable services. Their registered agent service is indeed substantially cheaper ($149), but is still quite expensive when compared with Harbor Compliance and <a href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/go\/nwra\/ra\/mo\">Northwest Registered Agent<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The service itself is pretty standard. They supply a street address in Montana, forward your mail, and accept service of process, and they keep your name off the public record. Like LegalZoom, however, they offer so many services that it can be difficult to get the focused attention you may need for your business in Montana.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read my full <a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/reviews\/rocket-lawyer\/\">Rocket Lawyer review<\/a> and learn more about their services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_SunDoc_Filings\"><\/span>7. SunDoc Filings<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/go\/sf\/ra\">SunDoc<\/a> also offers a basic service that doesn\u2019t include annual report reminders or a personalized compliance calendar. That doesn\u2019t deter them from charging $159 per year, meaning you can save substantial money and get better service elsewhere.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_InCorp\"><\/span>8. InCorp<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/go\/ic\/ra\">InCorp<\/a> offers a great price ($99) and a generally good service, but seems to have neglected their online system. That\u2019s a pretty big oversight in today\u2019s world, and whatever goodwill you feel towards them for saving you money will quickly fade as you try to navigate their antiquated system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Swyft_Filings\"><\/span>9. Swyft Filings<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/go\/swf\/ra\">Swyft Filings<\/a> is another Montana registered agent service that doesn\u2019t offer a very attractive quality\/price ratio. Their service is basic, but that\u2019s not reflected in their price ($149), which would suggest a higher quality than they deliver.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you'd wish to learn more about their services, read my full <a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/reviews\/swyft-filings\/\">Swyft Filings review<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_CSC_Global\"><\/span>10. CSC Global<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/go\/csc\/ra\">CSC Global<\/a> could be the Montana registered agent for your Montana business entity if you believe price is the only proof of a product\u2019s worth. They offer one of the most expensive registered agent services ($299) in Montana, without compliance alerts or high-end customer service.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>CSC Global does make one offer that may seem appealing. If you\u2019re thinking of changing your Montana registered agent, CSC Global will cover the fees if you switch to their service. On the surface this is a good deal, but their annual costs are so high that any money you saved on the switch will soon be out of your pocket and back in theirs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Registered_Agents_Inc\"><\/span>11. Registered Agents Inc.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/go\/rai\/ra\">Registered Agents Inc.<\/a> should lose points for lack of name originality, but where the real demerits come from is their high price point ($200) and low standard of service. You can find a better registered agent in Montana for a cheaper price . . . and the odds are they\u2019ll have a more creative name.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Jumpstart_Filings\"><\/span>12. Jumpstart Filings<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/go\/jsf\/ra\">Jumpstart Filings<\/a> offers standard registered agent service for $129 per year. For that price you can afford the vastly superior service at Northwest Registered Agent and have enough left over for a good cup of coffee at Fire Tower Coffee House in Helena.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Registered_Agent_Review_Summary\"><\/span>Registered Agent Review Summary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As mentioned above, having the right registered agent is crucial for your business and the Montana Secretary of State will reject your business filing if you don't appoint a registered agent. A registered agent requirement gives the public and the state a reliable way to contact your business. I started with more than 60 Montana registered agent services and narrowed that field down to a top 12, which I thoroughly investigated. After rating each Montana registered agent according to five factors, <a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/go\/nwra\/ra\/mo\">Northwest Registered Agent<\/a> came out as the indisputable winner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They genuinely care about their clients as clearly demonstrated by their broad range of services, the priority they put into hiring experienced customer service reps, and their competitive prices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want the best registered agent in Montana to protect your business and your personal assets, visit <a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/go\/nwra\/ra\/mo\">Northwest Registered Agent<\/a> today.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:52px\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Registered_Agent_Review_Methodology\"><\/span>Best Registered Agent Review Methodology&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This is how I determined the <a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/\">best registered agent<\/a> in Montana.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_You_Should_Trust_Me\"><\/span>Why You Should Trust Me<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I sincerely doubt there are many others out there who have researched the registered agent industry as much as I have.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When I started my first company, deciding on a registered agent was the last thing on my mind. There are simply too many other decisions to make, too many other tasks that require immediate attention.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When I finally had a chance to look into it briefly, I began to realize just how important finding the right registered agent would be. My registered agent would be handling the most critical, most time-sensitive documents that my company would receive. If those documents were mishandled, my company and all the work I had put into it could be put in serious jeopardy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After that realization, I began my research in earnest. I wasn\u2019t going to entrust my company to just anybody.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I started by looking at marketing materials from a number of different agents just to get a feel for what offers each company featured as a part of their registered agent service. Once I understood the registered agent landscape, I dove deep into various online review sites and followed that up with phone calls to the companies.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As I was conducting my research, I was also talking to other Montana business owners about their experiences with registered agents. Many of them were just as clueless about registered agents as I had been. I started to share my conclusions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>My friends\u2019 appreciation made me realize just how much my research was needed, which encouraged me to be even more diligent and eventually decide to publish my opinions on this website.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This site has already helped thousands find the right Montana registered agent service, and I hope it can help you too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_I_Selected_the_Best_Registered_Agent\"><\/span>How I Selected the Best Registered Agent<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I used four stages to identify the best registered agents for your <a href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/how-to-start-an-llc\/montana\/\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Montana LLC<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stage_1_Reviews\"><\/span>Stage 1: Reviews<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a lot more Montana registered agents than you\u2019d think. In order to narrow down the field, I read online reviews until my eyes blurred. I went through TrustPilot, the Better Business Bureau, Google Business, and Facebook.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It can be difficult to separate fact from fiction in online reviews, but if you read enough of them you begin to see some common themes. This was how I found a disturbing trend among a number of Montana registered agents. I found more than 50 companies that used a bait-and-switch pricing strategy to lure customers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most common form was an ad promoting a special price (usually between $39\u2013$59), which made the company\u2019s registered agent service sound like a bargain. The truth, as always, belied the fine print. The advertised price was just a sign-up fee and the annual rate ended up being substantially higher.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I eliminated any company that used this pricing strategy. First and foremost, I need to appoint a Montana registered agent I can trust. A company that tries to swindle me from the outset certainly doesn\u2019t meet that criterion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stage_2_Website_Analysis\"><\/span>Stage 2: Website Analysis<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>After weeding out those who were less than honest about their prices, I was left with just 12 remaining Montana registered agents. My next step was to go through their websites to see exactly what products they offered as part of their registered agent service.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I found 24 distinct services offered by the 12 Montana registered agents. I made a very simple spreadsheet with the agents listed down the rows and the services in the columns. If a company offered a particular service, I simply checked that box. It was a great way to visualize what Montana registered agents offered the most services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stage_3_Speaking_with_Real_Customers\"><\/span>Stage 3: Speaking with Real Customers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>I also wanted to talk directly to actual customers, and I am lucky to have a large network of other Montana business owners whom I could lean on.&nbsp;Talking with them was far more revealing than online reviews and allowed me to ask very specific questions about their experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since launching this website, I\u2019m now fortunate enough to be getting even more real-customer feedback from readers, which I use to constantly update my ratings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stage_4_Speaking_with_Their_Sales_Teams\"><\/span>Stage 4: Speaking with Their Sales Teams<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>For my final stage, I went back to the companies themselves. This definitely isn\u2019t the way to get very unbiased information, but by phoning each company\u2019s sales team I was able to get a good sense of the different company cultures.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since I knew each Montana registered agent pretty well by this point, I was able to ask very direct questions about specific complaints. You can learn a lot from how a company responds to a complaint. I learned how seriously they take customer feedback, how quickly they find solutions to problems, and how committed they are to improving their service.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<style>\n    \/* Style pour le conteneur *\/\n    .conteneur {\n        border: 2px solid #307FB3;\n        \/* Couleur de bordure sp\u00e9cifi\u00e9e *\/\n        padding: 10px;\n        width: auto;\n        \/* Largeur automatique pour s'adapter au contenu *\/\n        max-width: 400px;\n        \/* Largeur maximale si le contenu est tr\u00e8s long *\/\n        margin: 0 auto;\n        \/* Centre le conteneur horizontalement *\/\n    }\n\n    \/* Style pour le titre *\/\n    .titre {\n        font-size: 1.2em;\n        font-weight: bold;\n        margin-bottom: 10px;\n    }\n\n    \/* Style pour la liste sans bullet point *\/\n    .liste-sans-puces {\n        list-style-type: none;\n        padding: 0;\n        margin: 0;\n    }\n\n    \/* Style pour les liens dans la liste *\/\n    .liste-sans-puces a {\n        text-decoration: none;\n        color: black;\n        \/* Couleur du texte des liens *\/\n        display: block;\n        \/* Pour occuper toute la largeur du conteneur *\/\n        padding: 5px;\n        \/* Espacement entre les liens *\/\n    }\n\n    \/* Style pour les liens au survol *\/\n    .liste-sans-puces a:hover {\n        background-color: #f0f0f0;\n        \/* Couleur de fond au survol *\/\n    }\n<\/style><!-- Conteneur avec bordure bleue -->\n<div class=\"conteneur\">\n    <!-- Titre -->\n    <div class=\"titre\">Best Registered Agent by West State<\/div><!-- Liste sans bullet point -->\n    <ul class=\"liste-sans-puces\">\n    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/\">Montana Registered Agent<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/wyoming\/\">Wyoming Registered Agent<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/best-registered-agent-colorado\/\">Colorado Registered Agent<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/new-mexico\/\">New Mexico Registered Agent<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/best-registered-agent-arizona\/\">Arizona Registered Agent<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/best-registered-agent-utah\/\">Utah Registered Agent<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/idaho\/\">Idaho Registered Agent<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/washington\/\">Washington Registered Agent<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/oregon\/\">Oregon Registered Agent<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/best-registered-agent-california\/\">California Registered Agent<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/nevada\/\">Nevada Registered Agent<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/alaska\/\">Alaska Registered Agent<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/hawaii\/\">Hawaii Registered Agent<\/a><\/li>\n    <\/ul>\n<\/div><br>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rating_Factors\"><\/span>Rating Factors<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I used five factors to rate my top 12 registered agents for your <a href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/how-to-start-an-llc\/montana\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"20490\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Montana LLC<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Factor_1_Offerings\"><\/span>Factor 1: Offerings<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Montana registered agents offer a surprising variety of services.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Everyone offers a base package that includes an address in Montana open during normal business hours to accept service of process, other legal documents, and communications from the <a href=\"https:\/\/sosmt.gov\/#:~:text=Montana%20Secretary%20of%20State%20%E2%80%93%20Christi,%2C%20Voter%2C%20Notary%20%26%20Other%20Services\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Montana Secretary of State<\/a>. They\u2019ll forward your mail and keep your personal details off the public record.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond that, however, there are a lot of different LLC services that some agents offer and others don\u2019t. Some offer <a href=\"\/llc\/cheap\/\">cheap LLC services<\/a>, some offer the <a href=\"\/llc\/\">best LLC services<\/a>. Some Montana registered agents offer online portals and scan and upload your documents for instant access. Others offer compliance alerts or personalized filing calendars. A few offer to pay any state fees associated with changing your registered agent to their service.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All told, I found 24 distinct services offered by the Montana registered agents in my top 12.&nbsp;I rated each registered agent based on how many of these services they offered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Factor_2_Value\"><\/span>Factor 2: Value<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Determining value is also a complicated process in the registered agent world, mainly because prices vary as widely as the services offered. Some of the more expensive registered agents actually offer fewer services than the cheaper agents. It is an unfortunate fact that in the registered agent world, you don\u2019t always get what you pay for.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A further complication is that some companies have one price for a base service but will then charge substantially more if you wish to add on compliance alerts or similar \u201cpremium\u201d services. Other companies have a very comprehensive service package included for just one low price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In order to fairly rate the value offered by each Montana registered agent service, I had to compare not only the price points but also the services offered. I awarded the highest ratings to the companies that offered the most services at the lowest price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Factor_3_Ease_of_Sign-up\"><\/span>Factor 3: Ease of Sign-up<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Signing up for your Montana service should be an easy process, but some agents make it much harder than it should be.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A complicated sign-up process is not just a huge waste of your valuable time, it\u2019s also a sign that your agent either doesn\u2019t have the technical know-how to design a simple sign-up interface or they don\u2019t value your time enough to do so. Either way, these Montana registered agents are to be avoided, particularly if you get as frustrated as I do when you find something that\u2019s needlessly inefficient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I signed up with all 12 Montana registered agents as a test and lowered each company\u2019s rating based on how many times I wanted to throw my keyboard out of the window.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Factor_4_Ease_of_Use\"><\/span>Factor 4: Ease of Use<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>I used the same keyboard-out-of-the-window system for rating Montana registered agents on the ease of use of their online systems. There\u2019s no excuse these days for having an antiquated website that robs me of my most valuable resource: my time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I used my online accounts with each company to try and complete simple tasks, such as finding the customer service contact information, accessing documents, and signing up for compliance alerts if they were available. I noted how often I got bogged down and docked the registered agent\u2019s rating accordingly.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Factor_5_Customer_Service\"><\/span>Factor 5: Customer Service<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final factor I used for my ratings may be the factor you use the least, but it also might be the most important should you encounter any unexpected developments. Customer service is easy to forget about, but having someone knowledgeable to answer your questions about service of process or a regulatory change can be an enormous relief when you're in a pinch.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I tested the registered agents\u2019 service teams by asking the same questions of each of them. I then rated them based on the accuracy of their answers, how long they took to get back to me, and how courteous they were.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Best_Montana_Registered_Agent_Results_Summary\"><\/span>The Best Montana Registered Agent Results Summary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I investigated more than 60 Montana registered agent services and rated them according to five factors.&nbsp;Here are my top three:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Overall_Registered_Agent_%E2%80%94_Northwest_Registered_Agent_91310\"><\/span>Best Overall Registered Agent \u2014 Northwest Registered Agent (9.13\/10)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/go\/nwra\/ra\/mo\">Northwest Registered Agent<\/a> finished first or close to it in nearly every category. Overall, they were the definite winner. If you're looking for a registered agent in Montana, they offer the best overall service and the best value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It starts with their approach to the basics. They are extremely responsible with your documents, your data, and your personal assets. They will serve as your point of contact with the Montana Secretary of State and notify you of any changing regulations or other important communications from the state.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They also offer a number of premium services that many other Montana registered agents charge extra for. A prime example is compliance alerts, which cost as much as $50 extra at other companies, but are a part of the basic package at Northwest Registered Agent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What truly separates Northwest Registered Agent from the pack is their customer service team. Call Northwest Registered Agent and you\u2019ll talk to former accountants, entrepreneurs, and lawyers. They are willing and knowledgeable enough to answer any question related to your Montana business entity. They are far and away the best in the industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite making such a large investment in their customer service team, Northwest Registered Agent still manages to keep their prices amongst the lowest of my top 12.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At $125 per year for the best Montana registered agent service, they are a true bargain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It's also worth noting that there are over 3,000 positive <a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/reviews\/northwest-registered-agent\/\">Northwest Registered Agent reviews <\/a>online, so I'm not the only one with a positive experience with them. They also maintain a good standing with the Montana Secretary of State.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want an affordable registered agent in Montana that you can trust to guide your company through thick and thin, head to <a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/go\/nwra\/ra\/mo\">Northwest Registered Agent<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Or, if you're looking to start an LLC in Montana, read my guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/llc\/montana\/\">the best LLC Services in Montana<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Budget_Registered_Agent_%E2%80%94_Harbor_Compliance_79210\"><\/span>Best Budget Registered Agent \u2014 Harbor Compliance (7.92\/10)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For true budget consumers, <a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/go\/hc\/ra\/mo\">Harbor Compliance<\/a> ($99) is your best option. Nothing about their service particularly stands out, but you\u2019ll save $26 over Northwest and Harbor Compliance is trustworthy and reliable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They provide your Montana office address, which is staffed during regular business hours, and they are fairly quick to forward your annual report reminders and tax notices. They scan and upload your most critical documents for you to access whenever you\u2019d like. They also offer compliance alerts, which is a great service for such a bargain price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The customer service department doesn\u2019t compare with its counterpart at Northwest, but they won\u2019t steer you in the wrong direction or give you the runaround.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don't just take it from me. There are also hundreds of positive <a href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/reviews\/harbor-compliance\/\">Harbor Compliance reviews<\/a> online from other happy customers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re on a shoestring budget and can\u2019t afford great customer service, visit <a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/go\/hc\/ra\/mo\">Harbor Compliance here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Premium_Registered_Agent_%E2%80%94_LegalZoom_65910\"><\/span>Best Premium Registered Agent \u2014 LegalZoom (6.59\/10)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/go\/lz\/ra\">LegalZoom<\/a> probably has the highest name recognition of any active registered agent in Montana, which can give you some peace of mind, but they are also the most expensive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For $299 per year, they offer basic registered agent service, plus annual report reminders and tax alerts, as well as a $1 million identity theft insurance policy. That\u2019s a great collection of services, but with such a hefty price tag, it doesn\u2019t represent a real value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>LegalZoom\u2019s customer service also lags a bit behind its competitors mainly because they offer so many different legal services that it can be difficult to access answers to questions specific to your Montana LLC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have an unlimited budget and value a renowned name and a company that can handle a variety of legal issues beyond just your registered agent account, LegalZoom is your best option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out <a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/go\/lz\/ra\">LegalZoom here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_Conclusion\"><\/span>In Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ve worked really hard to get your Montana LLC to this point, so it\u2019s imperative that you entrust your company to the right Montana registered agent. Your registered agent handles all your most critical paperwork, keeps your personal information and assets safe, and is your point of contact with the state of Montana, so choose wisely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>My choice, after hours upon hours of research for the best registered agent service in Montana is <a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/go\/nwra\/ra\/mo\">Northwest Registered Agent<\/a>. I started with 60 registered agents, narrowed it down to 12, and rated them based on five factors. Northwest was the clear winner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They offer a great bundle of services including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>A local Montana street address to receive government and legal communications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mail forwarding<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Document scanning and uploading<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An easy-to-use online portal giving you 24-hour access to your documents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Help with the formation of your Montana LLC or other business entity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Compliance alerts so you keep on top of deadlines for your annual reports or other filings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>They also feature the best customer service team in the industry and offer it all at a very competitive rate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to entrust your business entity to the best registered agent in Montana, visit <a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/go\/nwra\/ra\/mo\">Northwest Registered Agent now<\/a>.&nbsp;To change your Montana registered agent, complete a Statement of Change of Registered Agent form and file it with the Montana Secretary of State.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<style>\r\n    \/* Style pour le conteneur *\/\r\n    .conteneur {\r\n        border: 2px solid #307FB3;\r\n        \/* Couleur de bordure sp\u00e9cifi\u00e9e *\/\r\n        padding: 10px;\r\n        width: auto;\r\n        \/* Largeur automatique pour s'adapter au contenu *\/\r\n        max-width: 400px;\r\n        \/* Largeur maximale si le contenu est tr\u00e8s long *\/\r\n        margin: 0 auto;\r\n        \/* Centre le conteneur horizontalement *\/\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    \/* Style pour le titre *\/\r\n    .titre {\r\n        font-size: 1.2em;\r\n        font-weight: bold;\r\n        margin-bottom: 10px;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    \/* Style pour la liste sans bullet point *\/\r\n    .liste-sans-puces {\r\n        list-style-type: none;\r\n        padding: 0;\r\n        margin: 0;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    \/* Style pour les liens dans la liste *\/\r\n    .liste-sans-puces a {\r\n        text-decoration: none;\r\n        color: black;\r\n        \/* Couleur du texte des liens *\/\r\n        display: block;\r\n        \/* Pour occuper toute la largeur du conteneur *\/\r\n        padding: 5px;\r\n        \/* Espacement entre les liens *\/\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    \/* Style pour les liens au survol *\/\r\n    .liste-sans-puces a:hover {\r\n        background-color: #f0f0f0;\r\n        \/* Couleur de fond au survol *\/\r\n    }\r\n<\/style><!-- Conteneur avec bordure bleue -->\r\n<div class=\"conteneur\">\r\n    <!-- Titre -->\r\n    <div class=\"titre\">Business Management and Compliance Services in the State of Montana<\/div><!-- Liste sans bullet point -->\r\n    \t<ul class=\"liste-sans-puces\">\r\n       \t\t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/peo\/montana\/\">Best PEO in Montana<\/a><\/li>\r\n        \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/\">Best Registered Agent in Montana<\/a><\/li>\r\n\t\t\t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/llc\/montana\/\">Best LLC Services in Montana<\/a><\/li>\r\n\t\t\t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/how-to-start-an-llc\/montana\/\">How to start an LLC in Montana<\/a><\/li>\r\n\t\t\t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/how-long-does-it-take-to-get-an-llc\/montana\/\">How long does it take to get an LLC in Montana<\/a><\/li>\r\n   \t\t<\/ul>\r\n<\/div><br>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The right Montana registered agent works to keep your business compliant with the state while protecting your personal assets. The wrong Montana registered agent will &#8230; <a title=\"12 Best Montana Registered Agent Services (2024 Review)\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/boostsuite.com\/best-registered-agent\/montana\/\" aria-label=\"Read more about 12 Best Montana Registered Agent Services (2024 Review)\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"parent":605,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"featured_image_urls_v2":{"full":"","thumbnail":"","medium":"","medium_large":"","large":"","1536x1536":"","2048x2048":""},"post_excerpt_stackable_v2":"<p>The right Montana registered agent works to keep your business compliant with the state while protecting your personal assets. The wrong Montana registered agent will put your business at risk by failing to notify you of deadlines and regulatory changes and won\u2019t safeguard your personal data. 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