Virtual Mailbox and Address Services
Registering agents require a physical address to receive legal mail. VPM provides registered agent services in every state with a location. You can use VPM as your registered agent for multiple businesses at no extra cost, saving over $100 annually.
Differences Between Virtual Mailbox and Address Services
Virtual mailboxes offer more security than standard addresses by providing a physical address for mail forwarding. The key difference between a PO box and virtual mailbox is the virtual mailbox has a physical street address while a PO box is at the post office.
Use of Virtual Addresses and Business Legitimacy
As a non-U.S. resident, getting a virtual mailbox allows using a virtual address for business. The difference between a registered agent address and virtual address is the registered agent must physically receive legal mail, while a virtual address is rented from a commercial receiving agent.
- A virtual mailing service receives personal or business mail.
- A virtual business address helps businesses appear legitimate with a physical location on a map, providing privacy for home businesses.
Use of Addresses for Shopify and Tax Deductibility
Shopify requires an address, but customers don’t see the full address. Use an address meeting Shopify’s requirements. Shopify Payments is their payment platform.
- Most registered agent services charge to forward regular mail.
- Government agencies like the IRS do not allow using a registered agent’s address as the business address on forms.
- Under U.S. tax rules, the fee for a virtual address is tax deductible like a P.O. box. If working from home, the IRS allows deducting a share of home expenses.
Legal Considerations for Virtual Business Services
- Does IRS accept virtual address?
- Can you use virtual mailbox as registered agent address? No, Registered Agents address cannot be a virtual mailbox. Registered Agents should have a real physical address to receive legal correspondence.
Services Provided by VPM
VPM provides a virtual mailbox service and registered agent services. VPM can act as your registered agent. Their registered agent service is in every state with a VPM location. You can use VPM as a registered agent for multiple businesses without paying extra. VPM’s registered agent service saves over $100 a year.