What type of business can be started in the USA?
Launching a business in the United States is one of your plans. But before starting the process, it is clear that you have many questions.
In this guide, we strive to answer all the questions entrepreneurs ask themselves to help them confidently establish their company in the USA. If you are wondering what type of business can be launched in the United States, you should find the answers you need to move forward as effectively as possible.
Should you form a C Corp or an LLC in the USA?
In the United States, two main options most often come up for nonresident entrepreneurs: the LLC and the C Corp. Here are the key differences to remember.
The LLC
For the majority of non-resident entrepreneurs, an LLC is the most suitable structure for starting a business in the United States. It is particularly well suited to small and medium-sized businesses.
- In many cases, no taxation at the company level itself
- Flexibility in choosing the tax treatment
- Members’ liability limited to their contributions
- Protection of personal assets
- Significant flexibility in distributing profits
That is why our firm primarily assists entrepreneurs with forming an LLC in the USA.
The C Corp
The C Corp can also be advantageous, but it is better suited to larger organizations, particularly when there are investors or a fundraising objective.
- Profits and losses taxed at the company level
- Easier capital raising through the issuance of shares
- Simpler transfer and transmission of shares
- Structure better suited to rapidly growing businesses
In practice, however, the LLC remains the most relevant choice for the majority of projects undertaken by our clients.
Two examples of activities
Start an import-export company in the United States
Are you wondering what type of business you can operate with your LLC in the United States? With this status, you can launch a sales and import-export company. You will be able to invoice individuals and businesses in the USA, as well as worldwide.
Learn more about setting up an import-export company in the United States.
Start a consulting company in the USA
Consulting in the USA, is it possible? With an LLC, no problem! Training, marketing, IT... You’ll be spoiled for choice when it comes to your consulting company’s business activity. Every year, many entrepreneurs make this choice, so why not you?
Learn more about setting up a consulting company in the United States.
Do you have questions about launching an LLC in the USA? Are you wondering how best to develop an import-export or consulting business in Florida? Whatever your question, if you can’t find the answer you’re looking for in our guide, we invite you to contact our firm. One of our advisers will be able to reassure you and recommend solutions tailored to the specific features of your project.
Also discover our advice on choosing the location of your business in the USA, as well as our tips for the steps involved in setting up a business in the United States.