5 Steps to Setting Up a US Company for Non-US Resident

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Summary of Keypoints Why form a U.S. company: Establishing a business in the United States offers advantages for non-U.S. residents, including lower relative taxes, easier access to the U.S. market, strong legal protections, and the global credibility associated with U.S.-based companies. Step 1 – Choose a business structure: Foreign nationals can form a Corporation (C-Corp)…

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Fairfax County Help For Businesses due to Covid-19

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Summary of Keypoints Overview of Fairfax County business assistance: Fairfax County provides COVID-19-related relief measures aimed at supporting local businesses impacted by the pandemic. Tax deadline extensions: Fairfax County extended deadlines for certain local taxes, including car (business personal property) taxes and real estate taxes, to help ease short-term cash flow pressures for businesses. Purpose…

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Families First Emergency Family and Medical Leave Expansion Act

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Summary of Keypoints Overview of Families First emergency leave requirements: The Families First Emergency Family and Medical Leave Expansion Act (EFMLEA) and the Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act (EPSLA) require employers with fewer than 500 employees to provide paid leave related to COVID-19, with potential exemptions for employers with fewer than 50 employees if compliance…

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SBA EIDL Help for Small Businesses

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Summary of Keypoints Overview of SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL): Under the Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2020, the SBA provides low-interest federal disaster loans to small businesses experiencing substantial economic injury due to COVID-19. Loan purpose and use of funds: EIDL proceeds may be used for working capital needs, including…

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