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US Business & Legal Guide

Clear, factual guides for Turkish entrepreneurs navigating US business, taxes, and legal requirements.

What This Section Covers

  • ✓LLC formation basics and state selection
  • ✓Tax framework fundamentals for non-residents
  • ✓Common mistakes and practical risks
  • ✓Essential business documents and contracts

This section provides general legal frameworks and structural information. It does not address individual cases or provide personalized legal guidance.

Pillar Guides

Pillar Guide

LLC Formation in the US

Entity types, state selection, formation steps, compliance, and post-formation requirements.

Pillar Guide

Essential Contracts

Contract types, key elements, red flags, international enforcement, and when to get legal review.

Pillar Guide

IRS, Taxes & W-8/W-9

Tax residency, FATCA/FBAR, treaty benefits, US-source income, and common misconceptions.

Common Misconceptions

Myths vs. facts about doing business in the US.

LLC ≠ Visa

Understanding the immigration realities.

Quick Reference Tools

LLC Pre-Formation Checklist→W-8 or W-9 Decision Map→IRS Letter Guide→

Common starter documents for US business operations:

  • • Service Agreement
  • • NDA (Non-Disclosure Agreement)
  • • Independent Contractor Agreement
  • • Privacy Policy & Terms of Service
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