Bookkeeping in Los Angeles
How taxes and accounting work in Los Angeles: when you need an accountant, how much ongoing support costs and how to optimise taxes legally.
When you need an accountant (CPA) in Los Angeles
California is one of the most tax-heavy states in the US, and mistakes are costly. A CPA is essential for: LLC, federal and California taxes, sales tax, and FBAR/FATCA.
Price reference: small business bookkeeping — $150–450/mo. Initial consultation with SVOY accountants — free.
What matters specifically for Russian speakers from the CIS
- FBAR and FATCA. Accounts in Russia exceeding $10,000 — mandatory FBAR and FATCA filing; penalties are severe.
- **An ITIN is required for non-residents for tax and business purposes.
- High state tax. California’s state income tax reaches 13.3% (the highest in the US), plus an $800/year franchise tax on LLCs. This needs to be factored in from the start.
- Income from clients in Russia — via LLC; banks are strict about funds from Russia; USDT and international transfers. Documents — apostille and translation.
Taxes and business structures
- LLC — pass-through taxation (but $800 minimum franchise tax in CA); C-corp — 21%;
- federal income tax + California state tax (up to 13.3%);
- sales tax ~9.5% in Los Angeles.
How to choose an accountant
- hire a CPA with experience in non-resident filings and FBAR/FATCA;
- Decide on LLC vs S/C-corp before launching;
- a Russian-speaking specialist will handle your ITIN and reporting more precisely.
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Company, taxes, and reporting in Los Angeles
Company incorporation, tax number, reporting, and income legalisation — with an accountant, that works specifically in this country. Tell us what’s already been done, and we’ll advise on the next step.
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