State corporation law requires companies, such as corporations and limited liability companies, to have a “registered agent.” The registered agent is responsible for receiving important documents and information on behalf of the company. When the state issues tax materials for the year, they are sent to the corporation’s registered agent. If the corporation is sued, process can be served on the registered agent. If you want to act as a registered agent for corporations, you can offer your own services or look for employment from a registered agent service company.

Meet your state’s residency requirements. Typically, you must have a home or business in that state and you must be physically present in that state for the majority of the year.

Lease or purchase office space open to the public. According to Biz Filings, registered agents must have an address that is publicly accessible. The address cannot be a post office box.

Advertise your services to entrepreneurs and operate as a freelance registered agent. According to Registered Agent Listings, hired registered agents typically charge an annual fee between $100 and $150 (as of 2010). Send marketing materials to businesses that explain your rates and services you offer.

Apply for a job with a registered agent service company. Many law firms, accounting firms and business services companies employ people to act as a registered agent for their clients. You must meet the residency requirements for your state, but getting hired into an existing registered agent service company will let you avoid having to find office space or having to advertise your services.