Start Your Business

Build the right U.S. business foundation from day one.

A coordinated process for entrepreneurs establishing a company in the United States.

Your starting roadmap

From formation to ready to operate.

1

Choose the structure and state

Define the entity type, ownership, and state registration approach.

2

Form the company

File the LLC or corporation and prepare the initial company records.

3

Obtain federal registration

Apply for the EIN and complete applicable federal and state registrations.

4

Set up operations

Organize accounting, payroll, sales tax, and the compliance calendar.

5

Begin operating

Continue with ongoing accounting, tax, and compliance support.

U.S. business setupIn progress
Entity FormationApproved
EINReceived
Company RecordsPrepared
4Accounting SetupIn progress
5Ready to OperateNext milestone
Starting solutions

Everything needed to establish the foundation.

01

LLC & Corporation Formation

Entity setup based on the selected state and ownership structure.

02

EIN Application

Federal employer identification number application and follow-up.

03

Registered Agent

Registered agent support where applicable.

04

Company Records

Operating agreements, bylaws, ownership records, and related documents.

05

State Registrations

Initial state-level registrations required for the business to operate.

06

Accounting & Compliance Setup

Accounting structure, filing calendar, payroll, sales tax, and ongoing requirements.

Business Soft Landing

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