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Forming a Company

in the USA

March 2025 | Bolder Team  

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This article is a preview of Bolder Group’s guide on setting up and registering a business in the USA. Our free resource explains the process, the requirements and the benefits to forming a company in the country. 

Please note that this guide is for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to provide the reader with legal, tax or financial advice. Consult with a professional before making any decision. 

 

A guide to forming a company

in the USA

GFX - STARTING YOUR BUSINESS IN THE USA

Why should you set up a company in the US?

Due to its cultural diversity, the United States is welcoming to foreign businesses. The US market is open to global business opportunities, which is beneficial to companies expanding internationally. Here are several reasons why you should set up a company in the US: 
 
Ideal entrepreneurial landscape  
Quick and simple company formation process 
Vast consumer market 
Stable and growing economy 
Technological advancement 
Protection of intellectual property  
 

The types of legal entities in the USA 

 
Evaluating the available types of company structures before starting the formation process is crucial. Limited liability companies (LLCs) and C Corporations are the two primary corporate structures in the USA.  
 

Feature

C Corps

LLCs

Legal entity

Separate entity from shareholders (owners)

Separate entity from partners

Taxation

Double taxation

Single taxation

Stock market

Can offer shares of stock

Can't offer shares of stock

Financing

Can sell shares

Limited to offering debt or equity

(in units or percentage)

Limited liability

Yes

Yes

Ownership

Shareholders are owners

Members

Minimum capital requirement

No minimum capital requirement

No minimum capital requirement

Shareholders meeting

Required

Not applicable

 

 
 
What are the general requirements to set up a US company?  
 
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A guide to forming a company

in the USA

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Bolder Group as your partner in the US

If you want to start a business in the United States, one of your options is to work with a global corporate service provider like Bolder Group. We assist individuals and businesses that want to form companies across states or enter the American market.  
 
By seeking assistance from our legal and financial experts, we can help you choose the ideal business structure for your company. We also have a team of highly skilled and experienced professionals who can provide qualified legal guidance about the various regulations and tax systems in the US.  
 
For more information on how we can assist you, contact our team! 

A guide to forming a company

in the USA

GFX - STARTING YOUR BUSINESS IN THE USA

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About Bolder Group

Bolder Group is a result of the merger between legacy companies AMS Financial Group and Circle Partners. Bolder has been providing clients globally with governance, corporate, funds and family wealth solutions for over 45 years. The firm is independent and privately owned. Bolder is present in 18 countries across Asia, EMEA and the Americas.