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What is franchise tax for an LLC?
Franchise tax is a fee for the privilege of existing in a state — not a tax on income. It varies wildly: CA charges $800, Wyoming charges nothing.
What late filing penalties really cost
A cross-border roundup of what missing a deadline actually costs — from a $25,000 Form 5472 penalty to UK Companies House and HMRC late fees.
Single-member vs multi-member LLC for non-residents
The IRS taxes a one-owner LLC and a two-owner LLC completely differently. Here's what changes for foreign owners — filings, banking, and when to add a partner.
How to open a US business bank account as a non-resident
You can open a US business account from abroad without flying in. Here's what you actually need, which providers say yes, and why applications get rejected.
US LLC taxes for non-residents, explained
A foreign-owned US LLC doesn't automatically owe US tax — it turns on whether you have effectively connected income. Here's the real mechanism.
UK Ltd vs US LLC: which should you form?
A decision guide for cross-border founders choosing between a US LLC and a UK Ltd — taxes, banking, Stripe, reputation, cost, and admin compared.
Do you need a US address to start an LLC?
No — you don't need your own US address to form an LLC. Here's what a registered agent address, a mailing address, and your home address each actually do.
The BOI report: what foreign-owned LLCs need to know
Beneficial ownership reporting to FinCEN changed a lot in 2025. Here's what the BOI report is, who counts as an owner, and what foreign-owned LLCs file now.
LLC vs C-corp: which is right for non-resident founders
An LLC is simpler and pass-through; a C-corp is what VCs and stock options need. Here's the honest trade-off for non-resident founders and who each one suits.
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