If you’re trying to answer “can I use my home address for my LLC?” the simple answer is yes.
But, there are a number of additional factors you should consider as well.
In this article, we’re going to explore these factors and help you navigate them from a banking perspective.
Of course, you can also use our other free resources to help navigate banking for your LLC including how to request an EIN verification letter 147c, how to open a bank account, and even US LLC taxes.
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Address Options for an LLC
When it comes to choosing an address for a US LLC, most business owners debate between using a personal or home address, a business address (e.g. a leased office or commercial space), or a registered agent address.
In short, there are pros and cons to each choice. We’ll explore these pros and cons below and share how each address could impact your banking options.
Home Address
If you live in the United States, one of the easiest options to consider is using your home address for the US LLC.
The reason that a home address is considered easy is because it requires no additional costs, no setup, no reliance on third parties, and (in most cases) it changes on an infrequent basis.
That said, there are downsides to using your home address as well. First, there are those downsides that could impact the business, e.g. professionalism, separate space for carrying out meetings, etc. Of course, there are also concerns with security, having your personal address listed publicly.
In the context of banking, listing your personal address could also hurt your chances of account opening since many banks want to see a separate address for the business and the individual. That said, it is not always required and this is something you can confirm with the bank during the account opening process.
Registered Agent Address
The second common option that business owners consider is using a registered agent address. In fact, in many cases, this is included with the cost of setting up a US LLC. So, it seems like a natural choice, especially for foreign business owners.
That said, registered agent addresses are typically not suitable for receiving large volumes of corporate mail, sending and receiving packages, and similar mail forwarding services.
Additionally, it’s important to note that banks do not typically accept a registered agent address when opening accounts. Instead, they want to see that the business has a real physical office (or commercial) address.
Business Address
The third option that business owners commonly use is an actual business address. Business address refers to an office, commercial address, storefront, or other official places of business.
In the case of local resident business owners, this is an easy address to obtain since it will be the address for wherever the business operates. That said, foreign non-resident business owners may need to consider other alternatives in order to achieve a business address. This may include virtual office addresses, shared office locations, etc.
However, it’s important to note that not all banks accept virtual addresses or mail forwarders. In certain cases, banks will even refuse to approve applications from businesses that use these addresses for the purpose of opening accounts.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Below are two of the most common questions that we receive from people looking to use their home address for their LLC. If you have further questions you would like answered, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us directly.
Is It Safe to Use My Home Address for My Business?
Whether it is safe to use your home address for your business depends on a wide range of factors. For instance, where this information will be shared, who it will be shared with, and how secure your home is. In most cases, people choose not to use their home address for an LLC in order to avoid these (and other) considerations.
What Address Can I Use for My LLC?
Business owners can use a wide range of addresses for their LLCs. These include a home address, leased office or commercial address, virtual office, registered agent address, or mail forwarding address.
That said, the address that a business owner chooses can have implications for other aspects of the business, including increased difficulty with opening bank accounts, long term stability of the address, and more.
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