Annual Compliance & Renewals
Maintaining a business requires more than filing taxes. Missing an annual report deadline triggers a state late fee that varies by state, and continued non-compliance can result in loss of good standing and administrative dissolution of your company. We track and file the recurring state and federal requirements for you.
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In short: We manage the recurring filings that keep your company in good standing: state annual reports, BOI reports, franchise taxes, and state renewals, tracked on a compliance calendar. It is for business owners who want one firm watching every state and federal deadline, since missed reports can lead to penalties or administrative dissolution.
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What's Included
- State annual report or franchise filing prepared and filed
- Registered agent and BOI available as add-ons
- Deadline tracking
Timing: Scope and timing are confirmed in writing before an engagement begins.
Not included:
- The state government filing fee (passed through)
- Federal or state income tax returns
What Happens After You Purchase
- 1Secure checkout via Stripe
- 2Your client portal invitation arrives by email
- 3Upload your documents securely
- 4Prepared and delivered by an Enrolled Agent
"Arc & Ledger provided exceptional service, making my tax preparation seamless and stress-free."
- Christian S.
Beyond the Tax Return
Registering your business is only the first step. To maintain your legal protections and remain in "Good Standing" with the state, you must meet ongoing filing requirements. Missed deadlines can lead to late fees, loss of good standing, and eventually administrative dissolution, which can put your business name and the liability protection of the entity at risk.
At Arc & Ledger, we provide a structured approach to annual compliance. We track your deadlines, prepare the necessary reports, and review each filing before it is submitted.
BOI Reporting Update
Under FinCEN's final rule effective August 14, 2026 (which made the March 2025 interim rule permanent), U.S.-formed entities and U.S. persons are exempt from Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting. Only foreign-formed entities registered to do business in the U.S. are currently required to file. If your company was formed outside the U.S., willful non-compliance can result in civil penalties of $606 per day (the inflation-adjusted amount). We handle this filing for foreign-formed entities subject to current rules.
Compliance Checklist
- Annual Report FilingRequired by most states to maintain active status.
- BOI Report (FinCEN)Required for foreign-formed entities only. U.S.-formed companies are exempt (FinCEN final rule, effective August 14, 2026).
- Franchise Tax PaymentsCoordination and filing of state-specific business taxes.
- Good Standing MonitoringRegular checks to ensure your business remains compliant.
- Statement of InformationPeriodic updates of officer and address information.
Our Compliance Packages
Choose the level of support your business needs to stay in good standing.
Annual Report Filing
$199 / year
Preparation and filing of your state Annual Report or Statement of Information. Includes deadline tracking and record maintenance.
BOI Report Filing (Foreign-Formed Entities)
$175 (One-time)
For foreign-formed entities registered in the U.S. Complete preparation and submission of your Beneficial Ownership Information report to FinCEN. U.S.-formed companies are exempt (FinCEN final rule, effective August 14, 2026).
Compliance Shield
Custom Quote
A comprehensive package including Registered Agent, Annual Report, and compliance maintenance for multi-state businesses.
Good Standing Retrieval
$99 + State Fees
Need proof of compliance for a loan or bank account? We request your official Certificate of Good Standing from the state.
Franchise Tax Filing
Included with Tax
We coordinate your state franchise tax payments with your federal tax return preparation so the two filings agree.
Entity Maintenance
Starting at $250
Handling amendments, name changes, or foreign qualification for businesses expanding into new states.
CA Statement of Information
$75 + CA filing fee
Preparation and filing of your California Statement of Information (LLC or corporation) with the Secretary of State, including deadline tracking.
CA Form 3500A (Exemption, Short Form)
$75
Submission of California FTB Form 3500A for organizations that already hold a federal 501(c)(3) determination - the streamlined path to California franchise and income tax exemption.
CA Form 3500 (Full Exemption Application)
From $400
Preparation of the full California FTB Form 3500 Exemption Application for organizations seeking California franchise and income tax exemption without an existing federal determination.
CA Form 588 (Withholding Waiver)
$75
Preparation of California FTB Form 588, the Nonresident Withholding Waiver Request, to request a waiver of California withholding on payments to nonresidents (reduced withholding is requested on Form 589).
How every engagement is checked
Every engagement runs through the same written procedure. It is the reason the fee is what it is, and you can hold us to it.
- 1Scope and fee in writing before any work begins.
- 2Documents arrive through the secure client portal, not as email attachments.
- 3A second review on a different day, against a written checklist, before anything is filed.
- 4If the IRS writes about a return we prepared, reviewing the notice with you is free. Any response or representation beyond that review is quoted in writing first.
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Questions about annual filings?
We prepare and file annual reports and renewals, and track the deadline for each state where your company is registered.
Arc & Ledger takes on work selectively. Each request is reviewed for fit with our practice areas, and scope and timing are confirmed in writing before an engagement begins.
“Arc & Ledger provided exceptional service, making my tax preparation seamless and stress-free.”– Christian S., Google Review
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