Forming your U.S. company is step one. Step two is everything that comes after: signing your first contract, meeting a client’s insurance requirement, protecting the business you just built. That second step trips people up. Most founders don’t have a U.S. credit history, a local broker, or even a clear idea of what “general liability” […]
How to Reduce U.S. Import Tariffs With a U.S. Subsidiary
The United States is the largest e-commerce market in the world, accounting for more than 30% of all cross-border online purchases globally. For any entrepreneur in Latin America or Europe selling physical products, this market is impossible to ignore. The problem is that the traditional cross-border sales model creates a structural disadvantage for international sellers […]
Is your international operation ready for Transfer Pricing rules?
Transfer Pricing rules establish how transactions between related companies should be evaluated for tax purposes. When a company shares teams, services, or resources across different entities within the same group, these arrangements may create documentation, compensation, and tax compliance obligations. Many companies expanding their operations to the United States keep part of their teams in […]
Why Start a Business in the U.S.? What 250 Years of Data Tell Global Founders
In 1853, a young man from Bavaria arrived in San Francisco with a few bolts of canvas fabric and a plan to sell tents to Gold Rush miners. The miners didn’t want tents. So he pivoted, turned the canvas into pants, reinforced the seams with copper rivets, and started selling those instead. His name was […]
Cómo operar una empresa en EE.UU. desde cualquier lugar del mundo | Globalfy y Revolut Business
La mayoría de los emprendedores cree que lo más difícil de expandirse internacionalmente es abrir una empresa. Lo difícil viene después: descubrir cómo recibir pagos desde el exterior, gestionar gastos en múltiples monedas, mantenerse en regla con el mercado estadounidense y mantener la operación funcionando sin equipo local ni conocimiento del mercado. ¿Cómo abrir una […]
How to Operate a U.S. Company from Anywhere in the World | Globalfy and Revolut Business
Most entrepreneurs think the hardest part of going global is opening a company. The hard part comes after: figuring out how to receive payments across borders, manage expenses in multiple currencies, stay compliant in a foreign market, and keep operations running without a local team or local knowledge. How do you open a business bank […]
Stripe Atlas After Incorporation: What Founders Must Do in Their First 12 Months
Stripe Atlas makes it easier than ever for non-U.S. founders to incorporate a company in the United States. But incorporation is only the first step. Once your company exists, a new set of operational, accounting, and tax responsibilities begins and many founders underestimate what happens next. This guide outlines what international founders must handle in […]
Your company in the U.S. has service providers? Then you need to understand IRS Form 1099-NEC
Form 1099-NEC is an extremely important tax requirement for companies that hire service providers in the United States. Issued by the IRS (U.S. Internal Revenue Service), it must be filed whenever you make payments to certain types of contractors, whether individuals or entities, who are U.S. tax residents. In which cases should I issue a […]
U.S. Business License Requirements for Foreign Companies in 2025
The United States continues to stand out as one of the most compelling destinations for entrepreneurs worldwide. It offers a dynamic and diverse economic landscape, access to a vast consumer market, and a wealth of opportunities for innovation and growth. Failing to secure the proper licenses can lead to legal penalties, fines, or even business […]
Form SS-4: A Guide for Foreign Businesses Applying for an EIN
Getting an Employer Identification Number (EIN) is a key step for international business owners who want to start or expand a business in the United States. The IRS issues EINs through Form SS-4, but the process can feel confusing if you are applying from outside the U.S. You may be wondering where to find Form […]