Doing business in the U.S., where to start

  • Market Research
    • What is the demand for your product or service?
    • Who are your competitors?
  • Find a team of professionals that can support you
    • Our recommendations
      • CPA Firm
      • International Attorney  
      • Immigration Attorney
      • Banker
        • Setting up a bank account for a foreign company or individual can be complex.  We can assist you with this.
  • Once you’ve found your team, what corporate structure should you set up?
    • How long does it take?
    • What paperwork do you need?
    • Pros and cons of each entity structure
      • LLC
      • Corporation
      • S-Corporation
  • Things to consider:
    • Cost of doing business
      • What are the tax laws?
      • Startup costs?  What will you have to pay advisors?
    • Entry and residence
      • How many times a year can you visit? And for what length of time?
      • Do you need a visa?
        • If so, what type?
    • Get your product moving
    • Distribution
      • Find your sales team
    • US reporting requirements
    • Federal, State, County & City Laws
      • Business license
      • Resale license
    • Entry and Residence, visa requirements