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I never actually made it to this step because it costs $800 to form a LLC in california. I went with a more futile attempt to do everything anonymously, pay ho
by zawerf 8y ago
I never actually made it to this step because it costs $800 to form a LLC in california.
I went with a more futile attempt to do everything anonymously, pay hosting with bitcoins, etc. But this is basically impossible from an opsec point of view (which should restore some faith in the legal system in the sense that I never figured out a way to opt out of it).
Subpoenas[1] basically cost nothing(<$100) for your typical lawyer to issue. Everything you touch will very eagerly give up all your info when subpoenaed (e.g., your typical domain registrar will spew your name, address, payment information, ip addresses logged in from, etc).
[1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Doe_subpoena https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Doe_subpoena
- graphememes 8y agoForm your LLC in another state. California is absurd. Form it where it makes legal sense, not where you reside. You can also get a forwarding address there as well. It also would be in your benefit to follow the laws of that area as well.
- ryandrake 8y agoNot a lawyer but this does not sound like good advise. If you live in California, and the people working on the business are in California, California may decide you have a nexus here and that you’re subject to the tax.
- graphememes 8y agoAlways consult your lawyer first. There are many reasons for doing the above. However, it's whatever is in your best interest and also field others for advice. You want a quorum.
- gamblor956 8y agoIf you live in California, forming an LLC in another state just means that you are now paying that other state, and California. You also get the joy and privilege of filing two state income tax returns. Oh, and the real kicker is that you're now subject to being sued in either state.