Amendment Request

File a Business Amendment

Keep Your Business Current — File Amendments Easily and Compliantly

As your business evolves, so should your formation documents. Whether you’re changing your company name, updating your business address, adjusting ownership structure, or switching your business purpose, Bizzhopper makes filing business amendments simple, accurate, and compliant.

What Is a Business Amendment?

A business amendment updates the official Articles of Incorporation or Articles of Organization on file with your Secretary of State. It’s how you notify the state of major changes in your company’s structure or operations.

Amendments are legally required whenever certain changes occur — and if you skip them, it can affect your good standing, funding eligibility, or even trigger penalties.

What Can Be Amended?

• Business Name – Rebrand or correct an error

• Business Address – Change physical or mailing address

• Registered Agent – Update agent or agent’s contact info

• Ownership/Members – Add or remove owners or directors

• Business Purpose or NAICS Code – Align with lenders or industry classification

• S Corp or C Corp Election – Reflect new tax structure

When Should You File an Amendment?

• When you rebrand your company

• If your physical office relocates

• If you’re applying for funding or licenses that require updated info

• If ownership changes (adding or removing members, directors, shareholders)

• If your business changes direction and needs a new NAICS code

Our Business Amendment Service Includes:

• State-Specific Amendment Filing

• Preparation of Amended Articles of Organization/Incorporation

• Add an Operating Agreement or Bylaws (if needed)

• Board/Member Resolution Templates

• BOI Compliance Update (if applicable)

• Secure Document Delivery & Ongoing Support

How the Amendment Process Works

1. Tell Us What’s Changing – Fill out a the amendment request form.

2. We Draft & File the Correct Documents – Includes resolutions and approvals.

3. We Update Your BOI if Required – Ensure FinCEN compliance.

4. We Deliver Proof of Filing – For your bank, funders, or licensing authorities.

Why It Matters for Funding, Licensing, and Compliance

Lenders and licensing agencies require your formation docs to match:

• Your business bank account

• Your funding application

• Your EIN details

• Your business credit reports

Outdated records could delay or disqualify your application. We ensure your documents are clean, consistent, and fundable.

BOI Filing and Ownership Updates

If your amendment affects ownership, BOI (Beneficial Ownership Information) reporting is required. We help:

• File your BOI with FinCEN accurately

• Avoid $500/day penalties

• Structure your update to protect privacy where possible

Common Amendment Mistakes We Help You Avoid

• Filing with incorrect or inconsistent data

• Forgetting to update the IRS or other agencies

• Missing deadlines required by your state

• Not notifying your bank or merchant processor

Pro Tips for Smooth Amendments

• When rebranding, secure a new domain name and update your logo first

• Always notify your bank if you change your name, address, or ownership

• If changing ownership, consider also updating your operating agreement or cap table

• Use our resolution templates for quick board/member approvals

• Include your amendment filing in your annual records binder or digital log

FAQs

Q: How long does it take to file a business amendment?
A: Most states process amendments within 3–10 business days. We expedite where possible.

Q: Do I need to file an amendment for a DBA name?
A: Not always. A DBA (Doing Business As) is typically filed separately, but major name changes affecting your LLC or Corp require an amendment.

Q: Do I have to notify the IRS?
A: Yes, if your business name or structure changes. We provide guidance on how to notify the IRS with Form 8822-B.

Q: Will my BOI need to be updated too?
A: If ownership or control changes, yes. We handle that for you.

Q: What if I’m not sure whether I need to amend?
A: Ask us. We’ll review your documents and state requirements for free.

Stay Compliant and Confident

Your business will evolve — make sure your paperwork does too. Bizzhopper makes filing amendments easy, affordable, and legally sound.

Ready to update your business the right way? Start your amendment now.