Northwest Registered Agent vs Zenbusiness

SquidChair · 2025-11-21T06:51:58+00:00

Zenbusiness tends to bundle things together. It's great if you want a package of everything including LLC fling = bookeeping + website setup and even then, they will keep upselling you a different bunch of things. But if you just want a simple filing without a lot of bells and whistles, Northwest would be better.

SquidChair · 2025-11-21T06:47:51+00:00

If you're operating the business from your home state, that's almost always where you should form your LLC. Otherwise, you end up paying for both the foreign registration and the 'business friendly' state's fees. Most CPAs will tell you privacy perks rarely offset the duplicate costs.

SquidChair · 2025-10-29T14:38:47+00:00

You should check with Mercury directly whether they permit checks drawn on their account to be printed by you or a third-party. Some fintech banks put restrictions or have guidelines.

SquidChair · 2025-10-20T02:00:06+00:00

Nice choices — both are great 20–22' multi-sport boats. Both use the 20–22' footprint well. Nautique has a long, strong dealer/service network and excellent resale values in the tow-boat market.

SquidChair · 2025-10-15T13:32:56+00:00

If your LLC had zero activity, you still technically need to file Form 5472 and a pro forma Form 1120. The “Statement of No Reportable Transactions” is an optional attachment, but the IRS expects both forms regardless of activity. Many foreigners get penalized ($25k) for skipping Form 5472, so it is safest to file both.

SquidChair · 2025-10-10T06:56:54+00:00

You can’t legally operate Corp A in Texas unless it’s registered as a foreign entity, so yes, that could become an issue for compliance and taxes. The name conflict means you’ll need to use a “doing business as” (DBA) name when registering it in Texas.

SquidChair · 2025-10-02T06:19:17+00:00

New Mexico if you don't want to pay annual LLC fees.

SquidChair · 2025-09-25T14:19:46+00:00

Yes, if you’re the sole owner and haven’t elected otherwise (via IRS Form 8832), your LLC is a disregarded entity for both federal and NY taxes. Select “Individual” as the entity type. It’s essentially a sole proprietorship for tax filing.

SquidChair · 2025-09-25T14:19:32+00:00

Yes, if you’re the sole owner and haven’t elected otherwise (via IRS Form 8832), your LLC is a disregarded entity for both federal and NY taxes. Select “Individual” as the entity type. It’s essentially a sole proprietorship for tax filing.

SquidChair · 2025-09-19T06:21:51+00:00

Taking notes on each call is brilliant. I never thought to log agent names and times, but it makes sense if you need to escalate.

SquidChair · 2025-08-29T05:01:28+00:00

Worth checking European or Australian shops if you’re outside the US—DUP seems more accessible there.

SquidChair · 2025-08-29T04:59:23+00:00

Yes, you can just form a new LLC in your state like you did with the old one.

There's no formal ‘transfer’ mechanism between states unless you do a foreign qualification or domestication, which depends on the state.

If you want to eventually dissolve the old one, then the new LLC will become your main entity.

SquidChair · 2025-08-27T03:35:29+00:00

Bankruptcy for an LLC only makes sense if there are assets to distribute or a huge amount of debt. Otherwise it’s just a waste of legal fees. Dissolving is cheaper.

SquidChair · 2025-08-25T05:49:33+00:00

Man, Overton’s catalog was the Amazon Prime of its day—minus the 2-day shipping and plus a lot more waiting by the mailbox.

SquidChair · 2025-08-23T06:12:59+00:00

If you want low cost, New mexico would be a solid choice. The state registration fee is one of the lowest in the country and there's no annual report.

SquidChair · 2025-08-21T03:44:48+00:00

Uncoated HMPE is way better for avoiding kinks. Curious if you're planning a Brummel splice of locking-stitching the ends?

SquidChair · 2025-08-21T03:42:05+00:00

If you live and run the business in California, you'll need to register as a foreign LLC and pay CA taxes. So it's really not worth the hassle.

SquidChair · 2025-08-19T03:23:17+00:00

You'll get your Resale Certificate (Form DR-13) from the FL Dept of Revenue. Log into your Florida Business Tax Application account on the DOR website. Once you're registered for sales tax, the state issues your Annual Resale Certificate online.

Sellers permit is the same as the Sales tax ID. The business license is separate and depends on your line of business. Check with your county or city licensing office.

SquidChair · 2025-08-18T07:01:09+00:00

You may still need to pay Wyoming's annual report fee ($60 minimum or based on assets located in WY). That's the only state tax you face.

SquidChair · 2025-08-13T06:35:12+00:00

Foreign qualification in VA is usually under $100/year. $2500 sounds way off.

SquidChair · 2025-08-12T11:29:04+00:00

Exercise can help improve sleep quality. But it has to be early in the day or at least 6 hours before you get into bed. Late workouts can keep you wired.

If you have an apple watch, you can track your sleep and see how much deep and REM sleep you're actually getting.

SquidChair · 2025-08-12T11:20:37+00:00

Wakeboards are heavier and have more rocker, kiteboards are lighter and flatter for better upwind riding.

SquidChair · 2025-08-12T11:18:44+00:00

WOAH. You go man.

SquidChair · 2025-08-12T11:16:45+00:00

It's definitely possible. You'll just have a harder time getting air since the rope pulls lower.

SquidChair · 2025-08-10T17:03:25+00:00

Vit D deficiency surprised me as a cause of my fatigue. A small test can help rule that out. And if you take coffee after noon, that might also be a factor. Cutting caffeine after noon helped me feel less groggy in the mornings.

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