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Plain-English guides on forming, filing, and staying compliant — written for founders building from outside the US.
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Wyoming vs. Delaware: which state should your US LLC call home?
We only form companies in Wyoming and Delaware — on purpose. Here's the honest, side-by-side breakdown of fees, privacy, and taxes so you can pick the right one.
Form 5472 explained: what every foreign-owned US LLC must file
If your LLC has a non-US owner, this one form keeps you compliant with the IRS — even if you made $0. Here's what it is, who files it, and how we handle it.
How to get a US EIN without an SSN or ITIN
You don't need a Social Security Number to get a US EIN. Here's exactly how the process works for non-resident founders — and how we handle it for you.
2026 US tax deadlines for non-resident founders
A calm, plain-English rundown of the federal filing dates that matter for your US LLC or C-Corp in 2026 — plus how extensions work if you need more time.
Form 5472 deadlines and extensions: when it's due, and what a late filing costs
Every Form 5472 deadline by entity type, how the automatic six-month extension works, and what the IRS penalty structure actually looks like if you miss the date.
Related party transactions on Form 5472: what actually counts as reportable
Capital contributions, unpaid rent, a $500 loan — Form 5472 catches more than most foreign-owned LLC owners expect. Here's exactly what counts as a related party transaction, and what you can skip.
How to open a US bank account for your non-resident LLC
Wise, Relay, Mercury, or Airwallex — a clear-eyed comparison for non-resident founders, plus the documents, timeline, and mistakes that decide whether your application gets approved.
Delaware LLC formation: the complete guide for non-US residents
What a Delaware LLC actually costs, how the formation process works, and when Delaware beats Wyoming for a non-US resident founder — with current fees and deadlines.
How to get an EIN for your foreign-owned LLC (no SSN needed)
A step-by-step walkthrough of getting an IRS EIN for your foreign-owned US LLC — application methods, Form SS-4 field by field, and the compliance steps that follow.
Form 5472 and pro-forma 1120: the complete filing guide for non-resident owners
A full walkthrough of Form 5472 and the pro-forma 1120 for foreign-owned LLCs — who must file, what counts as a reportable transaction, the April 15 deadline, penalties, and how we handle it.
Wyoming LLC annual report: what non-resident owners need to file
Wyoming's annual report is one of the easiest state filings in the US — but missing it can still cost you your LLC. Here's the full timeline, the fee math, and how to file it right.
ITIN for nonresident business owners: what it is and how to apply
A plain-English guide to the ITIN — who needs one, how Form W-7 works, how long it takes, and how we handle the application for you without mailing your passport.
Can a foreign corporation own a US LLC?
Yes — US law places no citizenship restrictions on LLC membership. Here's how a foreign corporation actually owns a US LLC: the steps, the tax classification, and the Form 5472 filing that comes with it.
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