California Corporate Agents vs CSC — Budget vs Premium Comparison
Comparing California Corporate Agents ($50/year) and CSC ($299+/year) — polar opposites of the registered agent market.
The Cheapest vs The Biggest
California Corporate Agents and CSC could not be more different. CCA charges $50 per year — the lowest published rate among California registered agents. CSC charges approximately $299 or more per year and serves Fortune 500 corporations. One is a small, independent, California-only operation. The other is the largest registered agent company in the United States.
For businesses choosing an agent, the question is simple: do you need Fortune 500-grade compliance infrastructure, or do you just need a reliable address on file in California? For the vast majority of small businesses, the answer points to CCA. Their $50 fixed rate, same-day digital document delivery, and 24/7 online access cover the basics that most businesses actually need.
How It Works
Step 1 — Submit Your Documents
Tell us which agent — CCA or CSC — and upload your documents.
Step 2 — Delivery to the Right Location
Gateway Oaks for CSC, Midtown N Street for CCA. Different areas, same city.
Step 3 — Proof of Service
Court-ready Affidavit of Service for whichever agent is served.
Registered Agent Service of Process
$85
Flat Fee · No Tiers
- Service at any major California registered agent (CSC, CT Corporation, SunDoc, ZenBusiness, etc.)
- Licensed & Bonded — Sacramento County Reg #024-027
Frequently Asked Questions
Is CCA really $50 per year?
Yes. California Corporate Agents charges $50 per year for registered agent service, and the price is fixed — it never increases. This is by far the lowest published rate among California registered agents.
Why is CSC so much more expensive?
CSC serves Fortune 500 corporations with enterprise-level compliance infrastructure, dedicated account management, and a massive national footprint. Their pricing reflects the scale and sophistication of their service. Small businesses rarely need this level of support.
Can CCA handle multi-state registrations?
No. CCA is California-only. If you need registered agent service in multiple states, you need a provider like CSC, Paracorp, or RASI. For California-only businesses, this limitation does not matter.
Does our process serving fee change based on the agent?
No. Our process serving fees ($99–$175) are the same regardless of which registered agent you need served. The agent’s own annual fees are separate from our service charges.
Ready to Get Started?
Submit your documents through our registered agent intake form. We handle pickup, personal service to the agent, court-ready proof of service — usually same-day across Sacramento County. Flat $85, no surprises.