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Practical guides on US company formation, LLC formation services and US tax accounting for UK entrepreneurs written by the Set Up Stateside team.


Why Your US Bank Account Application Gets Stuck and How to Avoid It
For UK founders, the bank account is often where U.S. expansion stops feeling straightforward. The good news is that most delays follow the same patterns and many can be avoided before you apply.
A lot of UK founders assume the hard part is getting the company formed. Then they hit the banking stage and realise that incorporation does not automatically make them bank ready.
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Apr 137 min read


The First 90 Days After US Company Formation: What UK Founders Need to Do Next
Forming your U.S. company is only the beginning. The first 90 days are where UK founders either build a clean, workable setup or create admin problems that are painful to fix later.
Setting up a U.S. company can feel like the hard part. You choose the state, file the paperwork and wait for confirmation. Then comes the surprise. You are still not fully operational.
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Apr 138 min read


Getting an LLC in PA A UK Founder's Guide
Your complete guide for getting an LLC in PA as a UK founder. Learn the process, from filing paperwork and getting an EIN to opening a US bank account.
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Apr 515 min read


Application for employer identification number form ss-4: Co
Learn how to submit your application for employer identification number form ss-4 seamlessly in 2026. Get your EIN quickly with our expert guide and tips.
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Apr 415 min read


How to Get Your EIN for LLC: Quick Application Steps
Ein for llc - Get your EIN for LLC quickly! This guide details the entire application process, including how non-residents can apply without an SSN. Start your
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Apr 317 min read


Your Complete Guide to the EIN Letter From IRS
Lost your EIN letter from IRS? Learn to identify CP 575 and 147C, request a new copy, and why it's crucial for US banking. The essential guide for founders.
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Apr 216 min read


Filing Articles of Organization for LLC in 2026
Learn how to file your articles of organization for LLC in the US. Our 2026 guide covers requirements, state costs, and the next steps for founders.
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Apr 117 min read


UK Founders: Master US Hiring with Employer of Record Services
UK founders: Expand to the US effortlessly. Our employer of record services guide covers hiring, costs, compliance, & legal alternatives for American expansion.
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Mar 3117 min read


How to Start a Sole Proprietorship in the US from the UK
Learn how to start a sole proprietorship in the US as a UK founder. Our guide covers EINs, banking, and navigating US taxes for non-residents.
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Mar 3016 min read


What Does Responsible Party Mean for Your US Company
What does responsible party mean? This guide clarifies the IRS definition, liability risks, and rules for UK founders establishing a US business.
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Mar 2913 min read


US Cross Border Tax Planning for UK Founders
A complete guide to cross border tax planning for UK founders in the US. Learn how to navigate the US-UK tax treaty, entity choice, and IRS compliance.
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Mar 2817 min read


Your Guide to the US Tax Resale Certificate for UK Founders
A UK founder's guide to using a US tax resale certificate. Learn how to save on inventory costs, navigate state rules, and ensure e-commerce tax compliance.
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Mar 2716 min read


Physical Address vs Mailing Address: US Launch Guide for UK Founders
Confused about physical address vs mailing address for your US launch? This guide clarifies legal, tax, and operational rules for UK founders for compliance.
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Mar 2616 min read


Operating in More Than One US State? What UK Founders Need to Know Before It Becomes a Compliance Problem
If you’re a UK business owner selling into the US, it’s easy to treat the US as one market. Then the state questions start: “Are you registered in our state?” “Where are you doing business?” “Where is your team based?” “Where is your inventory stored?” “Do you have sales tax in this state?” Multi-state compliance is one of the most common reasons US expansion suddenly feels harder. It rarely arrives as one big event. It creeps in through hiring, fulfilment, client requirement
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Mar 256 min read


Do You Need a US Company to Sell in the US? A Guide for UK Businesses
Thinking about expanding to the US? Learn when US business registration is worth it, what a US setup will and won’t solve and the common triggers that make start LLC the right next step.
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Mar 256 min read


Documents Required to Open Company Bank Account in the US
The definitive guide on documents required to open company bank account in the US. Get a clear checklist and expert tips for non-resident founders.
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Mar 2515 min read


What are corporate bylaws? Your 2026 Guide to Formation
Understand what are corporate bylaws and their importance for your U.S. company. Our 2026 guide helps draft, adopt, and manage bylaws for sustainable growth.
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Mar 2416 min read


A UK Founder's Guide to Registering a Company in the US
Thinking of registering a company in the US from the UK? This guide breaks down LLC vs. C-Corp choices, state selection, and tax compliance for entrepreneurs.
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Mar 2316 min read


Us corporate tax rates: explained (us corporate tax rates included)
Explore us corporate tax rates in 2026: federal vs. state taxes, deductions, and planning tips for expanding your business to the US.
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Mar 2215 min read


Best us bank accounts for UK entrepreneurs: Open your US business account in 2026
Compare the best us bank accounts for UK entrepreneurs. Find top fintech and traditional banks to open your US business account from overseas in 2026.
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Mar 2117 min read
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