A seller’s permit is the state registration that lets a business collect and remit sales tax, and it is the same thing as a sales tax permit under a different name. This guide explains who needs one, how it differs from a resale certificate and a business license, what it costs and where to apply in each of the 45 states and DC that charge sales tax.
Northwest Registered Agent charges $39 plus the state fee and $125 a year for its agent, and holds a 4.1 rating on Trustpilot. BusinessAnywhere charges $0 plus the state fee, $147 a year for the agent and files the EIN without an SSN. Here is how reviews, prices and features compare.
Form 6166 is the IRS letter that proves US tax residency so a foreign country applies its tax treaty with the United States. Here is who qualifies, how to request it on Form 8802, the 2026 fees and how long it takes.
Missing your annual report triggers fees, loss of good standing, and possible dissolution — fix filings now and set reminders.
Most US states require an LLC to file an annual or biennial report to stay in good standing. This guide compares the filing name, due date, fee and late penalty in all 50 states, Washington DC, Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands, and links to a full filing guide for each.
US Virgin Islands LLCs file an annual report with the Office of the Lieutenant Governor and pay an annual filing fee of at least $300 by June 30. Here is who files, how to file in Catalyst, the penalties after July 1 and how reinstatement works.
Every Utah LLC files an $18 annual renewal with the Division of Corporations by the last day of its anniversary month. Here is who files, the due date rules after the October 2026 law change, the $10 late fee and how to reinstate an expired LLC.
Every Minnesota LLC files a free Annual Renewal with the Secretary of State by December 31 each year, starting the year after formation. Here is who files, what the renewal asks for, how to file online and what reinstatement costs if you miss it.
