How should I request my EIN when I am forming two corporations: one is a sole proprietorship and the other is a Delaware C-Corp?

You don't need a separate EIN for your sole proprietorship but may choose to have one if you do not want to give out your SSN. Just apply...

Need to Setup LLC in USA for business of computer support and software

Depending on how you structure your arrangement with the U.S. representative/officer, you may run into practical problems when opening a bank...

I am looking to start a small business in seattle downtown.

You should seek consultation with a local business lawyer, perhaps for 30-60 minutes, to discuss your specific situation. Good luck!

What type of company should I establish my company as?

Many foreign companies set up a C corporation instead of an LLC as their U.S. subsidiary. That said, it is not possible to determine the type of...

Yes, you should register in CA. Also, you will need to report your CA employee to the CA EDD after you hire the person. CA also has some of the...

I need to gracefully close down a C-Corp I had opened 2 years back and don't know what else I need to do

You will need to file a certificate of dissolution with the secretary of state after obtaining requisite board and shareholder approvals. Please...

Employee stock in a company, I want to cash out. How to evaluate how much shares are worth?

As an employee, you will not be in position to value the FMV accurately as you will not have access to all financial and other information relevant...

A contract was not signed, but the consultant did the work, and not billed us. We want another 1 year contract. What terms?

It is always better to have a signed, written contract if any disputes arise in future or you want to record/claim ownership to work...

What is the legal time frame in which a company has to pay unpaid invoices after terminating services with us?

The legal requirement you mention only applies to wage payments. Everything else is typically determined by the payment terms that were negotiated...

Is there a fee for having more shares upon incorporation? For example...

Typically if you allocate a very low par value, you will not incur a significant tax burden or fees. That said, it is important to understand, plan...