"Running a software agency through a foreign-owned US LLC? Zero revenue doesn't mean zero filing requirement. Here's what actually counts as a reportable transaction."

"No SSN? No problem. Here's how to get an EIN for your foreign-owned LLC by phone in 15 minutes — for free."

"Dissolving your US LLC? The state part is easy. The IRS side is where the $25,000 penalties live — and the statute of limitations never expires until you file."

"Your US LLC is a 'US person' under the Bank Secrecy Act. If it controls foreign accounts over $10,000, you may need to file an FBAR — on top of Form 5472."

"Your Mercury, Relay, or Chase account just got closed. Here's why US banks shut down foreign-owned LLC accounts — and how staying IRS-compliant protects you."

"Your LLC has no income. It's dormant. You still probably need to file Form 5472 — and the penalty for skipping it is $25,000."

"Stripe Atlas didn't tell you about Form 5472. The IRS penalty for missing it is $25,000 per year — even if your LLC earned nothing."

"Russian émigré with a US LLC? The IRS requires Form 5472 every year — even with zero income. Here's what you need to know."

"Canadian with a US LLC? The IRS requires Form 5472 every year — even with zero income. The penalty for missing it is $25,000."