Northwest Registered Agent Reviews 218

TrustScore 4 out of 5

3.9

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Reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the excellent service and the helpful, knowledgeable staff who make the process of setting up an LLC easy and stress-free. Many people highlight the outstanding customer support, noting that representatives are patient, professional, and dedicated to guiding them through every step. The overall experience is often described as efficient and straightforward, with many appreciating the clear communication and quick handling of paperwork. However, some customers also noted issues with customer service, mentioning slow response times or a lack of meaningful guidance when problems arose. A few other people also felt that the user interface was confusing and that the company's system had bugs. There were also occasional complaints about billing discrepancies and difficulties with email and phone services, including unresponsiveness from support.

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Service

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Customer service

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I did extensive due diligence for LLC formation and narrowed it down to two companies for different reasons. What I thought would be the better choice (Legal Zoom) lost its luster very quickly as they... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I needed a registered agent for an LLC. I searched the web and found several. The only one that was reachable was NW Registered Agent. I called and had a great experience with Amanda Brooke as she wa... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had a great experience with Northwest Registered Agent, LLC. They made setting up my LLC quick, easy, and stress-free. Their customer service is excellent—friendly, knowledgeable, and always willing... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Arnold J. Schroering was OUTSTANDING. He walked me thru the entire process, was extremely knowledgeable and had all the answers. Arnold provided me with the contact information if any issues arises.... See more

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Those who know use a registered agent service to start and maintain businesses. Northwest Companies are 900+ employees strong and maintain over 3 million businesses nationwide. All clients get dedicated Corporate Guides invested in your success.


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TrustScore 4 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I discovered this company through…

I discovered this company through online research. Their exceptional service, attention to detail, and commitment to helping businesses succeed truly set them apart. Their knowledgeable team made the entire process smooth and hassle-free. I highly recommend Northwest Registered Agent to anyone in need of reliable and professional registered agent services.

August 24, 2023
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Our registered agent service is often imitated, but hard to replicate. Our staff here do an excellent job helping our clients. For $125/year, it's a heck of a deal with what many have called best-in-the-industry service.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Customer Service is Excellent!

Rachel Reed, Katie Taylor, and the entire staff is amazing to work. If you want to start a business and need actual customer service, this is the place to go. The pricing is affordable, the company is adaptable, the customer-facing portal is easy-to-use and clicking thru the steps of setting up a company is very easy no matter the state.

August 4, 2023
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Reply from Northwest Registered Agent

Hi Amy. We have a whole team of experts whose goal is to make business formation a snap for our clients. We love helping our customers wherever they are in their business venture. We've helped long-established big businesses, small start-ups, and everything in between. We can help with DBAs and compliance paperwork. If you have a problem, we have someone who will answer the phone and be able to help you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I spent a lot of time choosing between…

I spent a lot of time choosing between formation services. Ultimately I went with Northwest to start my LLC because although they don't look the cheapest, they are much cheaper in the second year. They don't explain this very well on their site, but if you look at how much other companies are renovating, you'll see that Northwest doesn't bother with hidden fees. Plus, their emphasis on customer privacy is nice because you don't have to list your home address.

July 28, 2023
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Reply from Northwest Registered Agent

Hi Julio. You're right--a lot of companies hook a customer with a low price and then jack up the rates in the second year. We believe in being transparent and telling customers our prices up front. No surprises. No hidden fees. For $125/year, you'll be hard pressed to find a better, more comprehensive service.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Unresponsive

I wanted to use this company for my LLC formation, however, I’ve emailed several times over a month ago and haven’t received a response. Big red flag

June 12, 2023
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Reply from Northwest Registered Agent

Hi Allyah,
That’s surprising! Did you email: support@northwestregisteredagent.com? Our Corporate Guides are usually on top of it! Did you try chat? Phone? We pride ourselves on having the best customer service in the industry. But if we let you down, please reach out asap using live chat or any other channel you prefer and we’ll provide whatever answers you need. Thanks!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This was a really great Customer…

This was a really great Customer Service experience with Madison and Haydin! I did follow up calls with Haydin, and I asked alot of detailed questions. She answered all my many questions in a friendly way and with thorough knowledge. Their focus was on what was best for my business. I was also told that the company is available for any help needed after my purchase. With such great, patient Customer Service Reps (they deserve a Raise!), great packages and a currently nicely discounted package, there is just no other company I see that is comparable.

July 26, 2023
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Reply from Northwest Registered Agent

Hi Margaret. There's a reason so many sites and experts recommend us. At the heart of it though, is our people. We're so thrilled to hear about your experience and anyone here who answers the phone will be happy to help you with whatever you need.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Scammy tactics hidden under a smile

I recently utilized Northwest Registered Agent's services, and I found their website to be user-friendly, especially as a new business owner. Initially, they appeared to be honest and reliable. However, my experience took a negative turn when I discovered their policy of holding mail hostage for a steep fee of $50 per letter. This practice is truly disheartening and unacceptable.

July 5, 2023
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Reply from Northwest Registered Agent

Hi, Vw. We’re glad to hear you had a nice experience with our website. We weren’t able to find an account for you (from your Trust Pilot username). Typically that $50 fee only applies when clients are not signed up for one of our registered agent or mail services. If you’re paying fees you shouldn’t be paying, we want to know. Please give us a call at x or email us at y, so we can make sure you’re taken care of.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I’ve been using their virtual office…

I’ve been using their virtual office because I do business from home and don’t want my home address out there. I read my company’s mail online on their website and they send me notices when there’s something new. They throw out the junk mail too so I don’t have to mess with that either. Great experience so far.

July 17, 2023
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Reply from Northwest Registered Agent

Virtual office is one of our favorite services (but, hey, we say that about all our services!). Clients regularly tell us how much time and mental energy our virtual office has saved them. We love to hear that and glad you feel the same way!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Logging on here to say that this…

Logging on here to say that this company has really helped me out. I use their business address service and their mail scanning service and both of them work great. Never had a problem. Whenever I call them with a question I talk to someone right away. They don’t pass me off or tell me to call back later. I like how strait forward and easy they make things. I pay my yearly fee (which stays the same) and they do everything they say and they pick up the phone when I call.

July 14, 2023
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Reply from Northwest Registered Agent

Thank you, Freddie. We could not have summed it up better ourselves! We like being the consistent, trusted service for business owners. When someone picks up, they can help you. We don't do phone trees and automation--just real people who can provide our clients with expert advice.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Customer Experience

I was registering my very first company but had issue on the website. I called one of their representatives (Allen) and he made the how process go smoothly. Highly recommend them.

July 5, 2023
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Reply from Northwest Registered Agent

We're happy to hear Allen was able to assist you with our website and get you set up! Starting your first business is exciting and can sometimes be a little overwhelming. Our Corporate Guides are here to help, so please reach out when you need us.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’m used to switching registered agent…

I’m used to switching registered agent services every year because they all raise their price on you in the second year. I figured it was just the way things are done with registered agents. Being my own registered agent doesn’t work because I don’t want all the mail and stuff coming to my address. Well, this year is the first time I’ll have the same service two years in a row. Northwest advertises they don’t raise their prices and you could have knocked me over with a feather when they didn’t raise their prices. Honesty in the registered agent world? I’m in. Thanks for keeping your promises guys!

June 28, 2023
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Reply from Northwest Registered Agent

Thanks for leaving us a review! We all know how it works with typical subscription services: they get you in with a great annual rate and hike up the price after the first year. We don't see the point in doing that. Seriously. We'd much rather be honest with our pricing so you know what to expect when your service is renewed. It's been a pleasure working with you these last couple years and we're looking forward to spending another year as your registered agent!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Alan P was my agent

Alan P was my agent. He was professional, super helpful, patient, respectful. Really and truly exceptional service! I am super glad I went with this Northwest. I am in good hands!
Strongly recommend this company!

Blanca Roman-Morales

June 19, 2023
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Reply from Northwest Registered Agent

Thank you, Blanca! We love hearing when our Corporate Guides knock it out of the park with our clients. You can expect the same level of professionalism and patience from our Corporate Guides any time you reach out, so please call or email us if there is something else we can help you with.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy to use and very friendly customer…

Easy to use and very friendly customer service. I used Zen Business for my first LLC and realized I got screwed. Way too much money for that service. Northwest Registered Agent was what it was advertised. They did exactly what they said they were going to do and more. I could not have asked for a better experience. I received all of my paperwork in 2 business days. I am going to register my register agent with my other company the day my subscription is over with Zen Business.

June 25, 2023
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Reply from Northwest Registered Agent

Running your own business is already chock-full of surprises. The last thing you need is to be surprised by hidden fees or a price-hike after your first year of service. Our registered agent service is the same price every year, and you can count on our Corporate Guides' support throughout the life of your business. Thanks for your review and for trusting us with your business. We're looking forward to working with you!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fast and simple

Fast and simple. Their Corporate Guides answered all my questions as I was kind of nervous about starting my first LLC, but turns out, it’s actually pretty easy.

June 17, 2023
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Reply from Northwest Registered Agent

Congratulations on starting your first LLC! Our Corporate Guides are here any time you need someone to help you navigate your state filings. When you call or email you'll be in touch with a real person who knows what they're talking about. Not automated operators or annoying phone trees. No one reading from a script. Our Corporate Guides are available to listen and answer your nuanced business questions with... well, nuance. Thanks for your review!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

My experience started good but went…

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The support tried to find a solution but it was too late. At the end we are humans and make mistakes. Nobody should be treated bad for one mistake.
Let's see for the future what will come and I hope everything will be better.

First review:
My experience started good but went very bad. I don't know if I can trust their services because they have lost post which was delivered by UPS with tracking number. The prove is there but since weeks I'm waiting for information to get my post. First, nobody knew that anything was delivered, second, since weeks they contact their document people and no answer.
It seems that they lost the internal communication ability. Something is wrong and the danger of losing important documents must not be explained, right?

June 6, 2023
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Reply from Northwest Registered Agent

Hi Oskar, sorry about your mail. We’ve been trying to contact you and have had trouble reaching you by phone. We’ve sent you several emails and we’re awaiting your response. One of the reasons most people hire us is because we have local offices in all 50 states and upload documents within minutes of receipt. Please respond via email as soon as possible.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ok I got tired of getting business…

Ok I got tired of getting business mail to my home business. I run an acupuncture studio out of my house. I’m comfortable with my clients knowing where I live because a lot of them have being going to me for a long time. But I don’t want anyone to be able to find me because I’m living here by myself. So I started using NW for their address service, which gave me more privacy. (I googled “registered agent privacy” and they were one of the top listings that wasn’t a paid ad.) Now all my mail goes to the business address and I can see scanned copies in my portal. I think it’s well worth the $125 I spent.

June 4, 2023
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Reply from Northwest Registered Agent

James, this might be our most favorite review. Protecting the privacy of everyday business owners like you is one of the main reasons we're in business. Thanks for your review and if there's any way you notice we can improve our service, we're all ears! Thank you!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A Shining Review for Arnold…

A Shining Review for Northwest Registered Agent and Arnold

I recently utilized Northwest Registered Agent's services to establish an LLC for my business, and I couldn't be happier with the experience, largely thanks to Arnold. From start to finish, Northwest Registered Agent and Arnold provided exceptional support.

Their website was user-friendly and provided all the necessary information and documentation. Arnold's extensive knowledge and genuine passion for helping clients succeed were evident from the beginning. He promptly addressed my queries, provided thorough explanations, and ensured I understood each step.

Arnold's responsiveness and attention to detail were commendable. He reviewed my documentation meticulously, offering personalized guidance tailored to my business needs. Thanks to their outstanding service, establishing my LLC was seamless and stress-free.

I highly recommend Northwest Registered Agent and Arnold for their reliable, efficient, and personalized assistance in LLC formation. They have earned my trust and gratitude, consistently exceeding expectations.

May 30, 2023
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Reply from Northwest Registered Agent

Hey Mateo!
Thanks for the review. We'll let Arnold know! Glad to have you as a client. Please reach out whenever you need help!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I hired them to start an LLC for me

I hired them to start an LLC for me. They started an LLC using the name I gave them. When I tried finding where the LLC is owned by me, I couldn’t find it. So I contacted an attorney and the Ohio attorney general. Both said I have no tie to this LLC and they don’t recommend putting any assets in it.
Then they tried to bill me for services I canceled after telling them I didn’t want anything to do with them because they already scammed me out of enough money.
Do not trust these people. Pay the extra for a local attorney to walk you through the process.

May 25, 2023
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Reply from Northwest Registered Agent

Hi No Names,
Your review is real suspect. You called an attorney and the attorney general and neither of them understood how LLC ownership works? The real ownership of an LLC is laid out in the LLC operating agreement, not the formation documents. One of the real advantages of hiring us to form your LLC is the thing you’re complaining about. We helped keep your anonymity that you clearly prize with the username NO NAMES off public record. We also provided you with pre-populated initial resolutions and customized operating agreement inside your online account.

Assuming that you are actually a client, please reach out to us asap and one of our Corporate Guides will walk you through ownership of an LLC in Ohio.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Don’t believe the BS - NW Rocks

Leaving review because either the bad reviews are fake or left by morons. Either way, my formation experience was fantastic.

Formed my LLC in Delaware super fast. Got an EIN and didn’t have to sacrifice my home address and I didn’t have to pay extra. Their corporate guides were great answered all my questions, even though I called like 20 times and their privacy by default policy is pretty dang refreshing.

May 3, 2023
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Reply from Northwest Registered Agent

Thanks for your review, James! We offer our clients much more than registered agent and business formation services. We also want to support our clients after-the-fact. This is why we send out compliance reminders before your annual filings are due and practice Privacy by Default®. Plus, our Corporate Guides are always available to offer their support, so feel to call us 20 more times if you need to!

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Disappointed in These Folks

Disappointed in these folks. I used them as my RA for 3 years and they were fine, until I tried to use them to dissolve my company.

They told me I'm required to file my state's (MD) annual report before they could dissolve my company; they refused to file the company dissolution until I filed and payed the annual report. However, both my attorney and the state of Maryland said that a business can be dissolved without filing the annual report. The reason this was problematic because filing the annual report and hiring Northwest to dissolve my company would have cost me hundreds of dollars! Having to close my business was hard enough, but to cause more financial stress by attempting to force me to pay for something that was totally unnecessary is egregious. I ended up filing a non-expedited dissolution myself for free.

This is a shame, because Northwest does have friendly representatives, but giving advice that would needlessly cost a client hundreds of dollars is unforgivable.

I respect the reviews of those who had more positive experiences, but I can't see me using them again.

May 1, 2023
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Reply from Northwest Registered Agent

Hi AI,

From our experience, you can't dissolve an inactive company. Typically a state won't let you dissolve a company that has already been put in an inactive state since it's already basically administratively dissolved. Maybe your attorney found a workaround so that's great. Chances are your lawyer is going to charge lawyer prices, which is going to cost a lot more than the $100 we charge to do it correctly.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

False Advertising and Scams

This company employs false advertising to get additional funds from its customer base. It claims it has an address that can be used in paperwork to file with the IRS, an essential component of maintaining appropriate distance between one’s LLC and the IRS. They make you pay a fee to use this address and then turn around and tell you the IRS has flagged the address as fraudulent in paperwork. AVOID this company and their scams. This is just one instance I encountered.

May 4, 2023
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Reply from Northwest Registered Agent

Hi Courtney. You might have us confused with the Cayman Islands. As a legal company doing actual business in the United States, we can’t stand between you and the federal government. Our mission is to keep your address off public filings. Any information submitted to the IRS is private, not public.

The benefit of hiring us to form your LLC is that it will be formed by a registered agent. Because of that we’re able to offer clients a business address, mail scanning and a proverbial business identity. We practice Privacy by Default® and never sell client data. But we cannot and do not advertise that we can hide you from the federal government.

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