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I’m a solo entrepreneur based outside the US and I’m planning to open a US LLC. I’d love some advice from other non-US founders who have already gone through the process.
How did you open your LLC? Which state did you choose and why? Did you use a service like Stripe Atlas, Firstbase, Doola, Bizee, or file directly with the state?
What are the most important things I should keep in mind before starting?
A few things I’m particularly concerned about:
Choosing the right state (Wyoming, Delaware, etc.)
Registered agent requirements
Business address and mail handling solutions
Getting an EIN as a non-US resident
Opening a US business bank account remotely
Annual state fees and compliance requirements
US taxes and any tax obligations in my home country
Common mistakes that first-time non-US founders make
My business will be a solo-owned online business, and I won’t be living in the US. Any advice, lessons learned, or recommendations would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

Hey everyone,
I run a small e-commerce business and I’m looking to set up a US LLC as a non-resident. I’ve been researching for a while, but honestly, the more I read, the more confused I get.
My biggest challenge is the address requirement. Since I don’t live in the US, I’m not sure what address I should use for LLC registration, banking, taxes, and receiving official mail.
I’m also trying to understand everything I’ll need after forming the LLC, including:
LLC formation
Registered agent service
Business address/virtual address
EIN
ITIN/SSN-related tax requirements
US business bank account
Resale certificate/sales tax permit
Annual tax filings and compliance
I’m looking for a reliable and cost-effective company that can help with the whole process, not just the LLC registration itself.
If you’ve formed a US LLC as a non-resident, which service did you use? What was the total cost, and were there any problems with banking, taxes, or the address requirement?
I’d really appreciate recommendations from people who have gone through this process themselves.
Thanks!

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Most new Amazon FBA sellers lose money because they search for “winning products” the same way everyone else does.

They chase:
• TikTok viral products
• Oversaturated niches
• High-competition best sellers

But experienced sellers look for something different:

Products people already buy… but complain about.

That’s the sweet spot.

Go through Amazon reviews and look for:
✅ Repeated complaints
✅ Weak branding from competitors
✅ Poor product photos/listings
✅ Consistent daily demand

If customers keep buying a product even with bad reviews, it means demand already exists.

You don’t need to invent something new.
You just need to improve what’s already selling.

That’s where profitable Amazon FBA products are usually found.

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• Target products with steady demand, not seasonal hype
• Avoid fragile, electronic, or oversized products at first
• Check reviews of competitors — negative reviews = product opportunity
• Search for products with high demand but weak listings/photos
• Focus on small lightweight products to reduce Amazon fees
• Start with small inventory test before scaling

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What budget did you start with — or planning to start with?

You don’t need £10k to start. Many new sellers begin with £300–£1500 by choosing the right product and avoiding expensive mistakes.

Quick tips for beginners👇

• Don’t chase viral products with huge competition
• Look for simple problem-solving items
• Target products with steady demand, not seasonal hype
• Avoid fragile, electronic, or oversized products at first
• Check reviews of competitors — negative reviews = product opportunity
• Search for products with high demand but weak listings/photos
• Focus on small lightweight products to reduce Amazon fees
• Start with small inventory test before scaling

A profitable product is usually:
✔ Lightweight
✔ Easy to source
✔ Low return rate
✔ Solves a real problem
✔ Few strong brands dominating the market

Most beginners fail because they copy saturated products without research.

Smart research beats big investment.

What budget did you start with — or planning to start with?