File Your Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) Report on Time
Contractors manage demanding schedules and complex regulations every day. Let the American Contractors Organization handle the BOI reporting process, so you can concentrate on running your business. Our plans, starting at just $125, make staying compliant simple and stress-free.
What is Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting?
Choose Your BOI Reporting Plan
Standard Plan
Perfect for contractors who do not anticipate making ownership or qualifying changes to their business.-
Collection and organization of your information for the report.
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Timely email reminders to keep you on track.
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Allows you to Review and Confirm before Submitting
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Receive your FinCEN BOIR ID number & FinCEN filing transcript
Plus Plan
Ideal for contractors who may need to file updates to their BOI report throughout the year.-
Includes all Standard Plan benefits.
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Includes up to 2 updates throughout the year
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We ensure your updates are filed within the required 30 days after any change in your business.
Pro Plan
Best for contractors who want personalized, hands-on support with their BOI report.-
Step-by-step guidance through the process.
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Includes all Standard Plan benefits.
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Personalized Zoom meeting where we review and file your report together.
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We tell you exactly what information to bring to the Zoom meeting.
Why Choose American Contractors Organization for Your BOI Reporting?
Simple, Clear Process
We provide straightforward steps and clear guidance, making BOI reporting easy and hassle-free. You’ll know exactly what’s needed, every step of the way.
Built for Contractors
We understand the demands on contractors. Our service is designed to fit your schedule, providing the support you need with minimal disruption to your work.
Peace of Mind
Trust us to handle the details so you don’t have to worry. With our expertise and thorough approach, you can rest easy knowing your BOI report is in good hands, filed accurately and on time.
Our Commitment to Your Success
Dedicated Support Team
Our team is always ready to assist you with any questions or concerns, ensuring you never feel lost during the process.
Transparent Communication
We keep you informed every step of the way, from gathering your information to submitting the final report.
Long-Term Compliance Focus
We don’t just help you file your report—we also provide tips and resources to help you stay compliant year-round, avoiding potential pitfalls in the future.
Why Get Help with Your BOI Report?
Avoid Costly Civil Penalties
Inaccurate or late filings can result in civil fines of up to $591 for each day the violation continues. Don’t let small mistakes add up to big financial consequences.
Prevent Criminal Charges
Willful violations of BOI requirements can lead to criminal penalties, including up to two years of imprisonment and fines up to $10,000.
Safeguard Your Business
Don’t leave your compliance to chance. Properly filing your BOI report is crucial to maintaining your business’s good standing and avoiding disruptions.
What is the Corporate Transparency Act?
Key Points:
- Preventing Financial Crimes: The Act targets financial crimes by ensuring those behind significant business decisions are known and traceable.
- Enhancing Transparency: By disclosing beneficial ownership, companies contribute to a more transparent market, fostering trust and accountability.
- Legal Compliance: Companies must comply with this Act to avoid severe penalties, including fines and possible imprisonment for non-compliance.
Who Needs to Comply?
Who is a Beneficial Owner?
- Owns 25% or more of a company’s equity.
- Exercises significant control over the company’s operations, including decision-making roles like executives or senior managers.
- Has substantial influence over major decisions, even if they don’t hold a formal title.
What are the Penalties for Not Filing the BOI Report?
- Civil Penalties: Up to $591 per day for each day the violation continues. This amount is adjusted annually for inflation.
- Criminal Penalties: Up to two years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000 for willfully failing to file, submitting false information, or neglecting to update previously reported information.
Frequently Asked Questions
All domestic and foreign reporting companies are required to file a Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) report unless they qualify for an exemption. Domestic reporting companies include corporations, limited liability companies (LLCs), or any other entity created by filing a document with a secretary of state or similar office in the United States. Foreign reporting companies include entities formed under the laws of a foreign country that have registered to do business in the United States by filing a document with a secretary of state or similar office.
However, there are 23 specific types of entities that are exempt from filing BOI reports. These exemptions include publicly traded companies, certain large operating companies, tax-exempt entities, banks, credit unions, insurance companies, and other entities outlined in the FinCEN guidelines. If you’re unsure whether your company qualifies for an exemption, you can contact us for expert guidance to ensure compliance with BOI reporting requirements.
Yes, 23 types of entities are exempt from the beneficial ownership information reporting requirements. These entities include publicly traded companies meeting specified requirements, many nonprofits, and certain large operating companies.
The following table summarizes the 23 exemptions:
Exemption No. | Exemption Short Title |
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1 | Securities reporting issuer |
2 | Governmental authority |
3 | Bank |
4 | Credit union |
5 | Depository institution holding company |
6 | Money services business |
7 | Broker or dealer in securities |
8 | Securities exchange or clearing agency |
9 | Other Exchange Act registered entity |
10 | Investment company or investment adviser |
11 | Venture capital fund adviser |
12 | Insurance company |
13 | State-licensed insurance producer |
14 | Commodity Exchange Act registered entity |
15 | Accounting firm |
16 | Public utility |
17 | Financial market utility |
18 | Pooled investment vehicle |
19 | Tax-exempt entity |
20 | Entity assisting a tax-exempt entity |
21 | Large operating company |
22 | Subsidiary of certain exempt entities |
23 | Inactive entity |
If there is any change to the required information about your company or its beneficial owners in a beneficial ownership information report that your company filed, your company must file an updated report no later than 30 days after the date of the change.
A reporting company is not required to file an updated report for any changes to previously reported information about a company applicant.
The following infographic sets out updated reports timelines.
Chapter 6.1, “What should I do if previously reported information changes?” of FinCEN’s Small Entity Compliance Guide provides additional information.
No. A change to the type of ownership interest a beneficial owner has in a reporting company—for example, a conversion of preferred shares to common stock—does not require the reporting company to file an updated BOI report because FinCEN does not require companies to report the type of interest. Updated BOI reports are required when information reported to FinCEN about the reporting company or its beneficial owners changes.
FinCEN’s Small Entity Compliance Guide includes additional information on when and how reporting companies must update information in Chapter 6, “What if there are changes to or inaccuracies in reported information?”
Updated BOI reports will require all fields to be submitted, including the updated pieces of information. For example, if a reporting company changes its legal name, the reporting company will need to file an updated BOI report to include the new legal name and the previously reported, unchanged information about the company, its beneficial owners, and, if required, its company applicants.
A reporting company that filed its prior BOI report using the fillable PDF version may update its saved copy and resubmit to FinCEN. If a reporting company used FinCEN’s web-based application to submit the previous BOI report, it will need to submit a new report in its entirety by either accessing FinCEN’s web-based application to complete and file the BOI report, or by using the PDF option to complete the BOI report and upload to the BOI e-Filing application.