FormaAdvisor is an independent publishing site about forming and running a Limited Liability Company in the United States.
Who this site is for
Most of our readers are non-US founders — freelancers, agency owners, and e-commerce sellers living outside the United States who want a US LLC to invoice American clients, open US payment accounts, and operate with a credible American business entity. We also write for US-based founders who want clear, jargon-free formation guidance.
What we cover
- Step-by-step LLC formation guides for non-residents (no SSN, no US address, no US visit required)
- How to choose a formation state: Wyoming, New Mexico, Delaware, and others compared on real costs
- EINs, registered agents, operating agreements, and annual compliance
- US LLC taxes for foreign owners, including Form 5472 filing obligations
- US business banking options for non-resident LLC owners
- Honest reviews and comparisons of LLC formation services
How we work
We research every guide from official sources — Secretary of State offices, IRS publications, and the formation companies’ own published pricing. We re-verify fees and key facts on a rolling schedule and date-stamp our updates. When a formation service changes its pricing or terms, we update the affected guides.
Our recommendation
After comparing the major formation services, we recommend Registered Agents Inc for most readers: $100 + state fee for full business formation, including one year of registered agent service free. We explain exactly why in our review, including who should choose a different option.
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