Formation and IDs
Choosing the state and entity (LLC, S corporation, C corporation), formation, EIN, ITIN, registered agent, bank-account documents, and Form 5472 for foreign-owned companies.
U.S. Startup Program
Starting a business in the U.S.? We walk with you from formation to steady operations
YCL’s CPA team handles company formation, tax, bookkeeping and payroll itself. For the on-the-ground pieces — insurance, real estate, offices, import/export, warehousing and vehicles — licensed partners we vet in every state and city step in. One point of contact, one team serving the client.
50 states + DCPartners recruited by state and city
9 categoriesInsurance · real estate · offices · trade · warehouses · vehicles
1 contactCoordinated by YCL CPAs
BilingualChinese and English service preferred
Landing support · done by YCL
Company, tax, books and payroll — handled by us
This is YCL’s own work, done directly by our licensed CPA team, never outsourced.
Tax returns and planning
Business and personal returns, multi-state filings and estimated tax — plus planning before you buy a home, a vehicle or insurance, so every legal saving is captured.
Bookkeeping and finance
Monthly books, bank reconciliations and financial statements — including the reports lenders, landlords and investors ask for; QuickBooks setup and training.
Payroll and compliance
From your first employee: payroll, withholding, quarterly 941, state unemployment, W-2 and 1099; sales tax registration and returns, annual reports and registered-agent renewals.
The landing roadmap
- Month 1State and entity · formation · EIN / ITIN · registered agent · bank documents · bookkeeping system
- Months 1–3Storefront or office · insurance · payroll account · sales tax registration · company vehicle
- Year oneMonthly books · quarterly taxes · payroll filings · annual report · first business return
- GrowthNew states · commercial property · group benefits · import/export and warehousing · investor reporting
Local partner network
The local professionals you need, found for you by state and city
These services are provided by licensed, independent partners. We learn your situation first, then recommend the right local partner — while YCL keeps the tax and financial side in order.
Group insurance · benefits
Once you hire, group health coverage and benefits are how you keep good people.
- Group health, dental, vision
- Group life and disability
- Benefit plans, HSA / HRA
YCL handles alongsidePremium accounting, employer deductions, benefits in payroll
Injury · workers’ comp · liability
Most states require workers’ compensation once you have employees; shops, contractors and professionals also need liability cover.
- Workers’ compensation
- General liability
- Professional liability (E&O), accident
YCL handles alongsidePremium audits against payroll, tax treatment of premiums
Property insurance
Storefronts, warehouses, equipment, inventory and homes all need the right protection.
- Commercial property, business owner’s policy (BOP)
- Homeowners, renters, landlord policies
- Cargo and equipment
YCL handles alongsideAsset records, tax treatment of claims
Residential real estate agents
Buying a home, a rental or selling — you want an agent who knows the local schools and market.
- Primary homes
- Investment rentals
- First homes for new immigrants
YCL handles alongsideTax returns and income proof for the mortgage, rental and sale taxes
Commercial real estate brokers
Restaurants, shops, warehouses, plants and offices — lease or buy, and how the lease is negotiated, shape your costs for years.
- Site selection for shops and restaurants
- Warehouse, industrial and office sales and leases
- Commercial lease negotiation
YCL handles alongsideLease-vs-buy analysis, depreciation, 1031 exchanges
Office leasing
From a coworking desk to your own suite — step up as you grow.
- Coworking and flexible desks
- Office leases
- Registered address and mail
YCL handles alongsideRent accounting, state registration addresses
Import / export · customs · freight
Importing from China or elsewhere takes a reliable customs broker and forwarder, so duties and paperwork are right the first time.
- Customs brokers, import bonds
- Ocean, air and trucking forwarders
- HTS classification and documents
YCL handles alongsideLanded cost and duty accounting, related-party transactions, transfer pricing
Warehousing · 3PL
For cross-border sellers and importers, warehousing and fulfillment decide delivery times and costs.
- U.S. warehouses and fulfillment
- FBA inbound, TikTok Shop fulfillment
- Returns and inventory management
YCL handles alongsideInventory accounting, state sales tax nexus
Vehicle sales · commercial vehicles
Personal cars, company vehicles, delivery fleets — buy or lease, and whose name it goes in, are worth deciding up front.
- New and used purchases and leases
- Company cars, pickups and vans
- Fleets and commercial auto insurance
YCL handles alongsideVehicles in the company, depreciation and Section 179, mileage logs
Other fields (attorneys, banking and lending, construction, IT …) are welcome to apply too — we add categories as clients need them.
Recruiting by region and state
All 50 states plus DC — every city is open for partners
Highlighted states are where most of our clients are, and are recruited first. Tap a state to select it in the application.
Northeast
9Key cities
New York City · Flushing · Long Island · Edison · Fort Lee, NJ · Boston · Philadelphia
Southeast
15Key cities
Raleigh · Cary · Durham, NC · Charlotte · Atlanta · Duluth · Miami · Orlando · Tampa · Washington, DC area
Midwest
12Key cities
Chicago · Detroit · Columbus · Minneapolis
Southwest
4Key cities
Houston · Dallas · Plano · Austin · Phoenix
West
11Key cities
Los Angeles · San Gabriel Valley · Irvine · San Francisco Bay Area · Seattle · Bellevue · Las Vegas
How the partnership works
We bring clients and professional support; you serve them locally — together we look after the client
What YCL offers partners
- A steady flow of clients: the new-immigrant families, students, small-business owners, cross-border sellers and Chinese companies entering the U.S. we serve every year all need local professionals — we refer them to partners by state and city first
- Chinese-speaking and cross-border clients: TikTok Shop sellers, U.S. subsidiaries of Chinese companies, AI companies going global
- CPA support: tax returns for a client’s mortgage, the tax side of insurance and vehicles, depreciation and 1031 exchanges on commercial property — we answer alongside you
- Joint promotion: partner listing on our website, co-written articles and social content, online and in-person seminars
- Two-way referrals: when your clients need a company formed, taxes filed, books kept or payroll run, you can hand them to us with confidence
What we ask of partners
- A valid license in your state (insurance, real estate, etc.) and a clean record
- Prompt response: contact a referred client within 1 business day
- Transparent pricing: quotes, commissions and fees explained up front, no hard selling
- Client privacy: use information only as far as the client agreed
- A short progress update, so we can keep referring
- Chinese or bilingual service is a plus (not required)
Every arrangement follows state licensing law and federal rules — for example, referral fees connected with real estate settlements are restricted by RESPA and state real estate commissions, and insurance commissions may be paid only to licensed persons. YCL charges clients nothing extra for a referral and neither accepts nor pays any improper referral fee; the terms of each partnership are confirmed item by item before signing. Partners are independent businesses responsible for their own services, and clients are free to choose.
How to join
- 1Apply onlineFive minutes: choose your categories and the states and cities you cover
- 2Review and license checkReply within 3 business days; we verify your license and record
- 3Video callAgree service areas, client types and how we work together
- 4Sign and go liveSign the partner agreement and join the YCL local partner network
- 5Referrals and check-insReferrals as clients need them, regular check-ins, continuous improvement
Typical situations
One client’s landing usually takes several professionals working together
Examples of common situations; every arrangement is tailored.
A new immigrant opens a nail salon in North Carolina
- 1YCLLLC, EIN, sales tax registration
- 2Commercial brokerStorefront and lease
- 3Insurance brokerGeneral liability, workers’ comp
- 4YCLPayroll, books, annual return
A Chinese manufacturer sets up a U.S. subsidiary
- 1YCLFormation, bank documents, Form 5472
- 2Customs broker / forwarderImport clearance, ocean freight
- 3WarehouseNew Jersey storage, fulfillment
- 4YCLRelated-party transactions, transfer pricing, corporate tax
A TikTok Shop seller opens in the U.S.
- 1YCLCompany, EIN, tax documentation
- 23PL warehouseLocal fulfillment, returns
- 3Insurance brokerProduct liability, cargo
- 4YCLMulti-state sales tax, books
A tech company expands into Texas
- 1Office leasingAn Austin office
- 2Group insuranceEmployee health and benefits
- 3Vehicle brokerCompany cars
- 4YCLMulti-state payroll, R&D credit, corporate tax
Partner FAQ
Is there a fee to apply?
No. The partnership starts only after review and a signed agreement.
How many partners per city?
We work with one to three partners per category in each city, so quality stays high and every partner sees enough clients.
Do I need to speak Chinese?
No. Chinese or bilingual service is a plus, and excellent English-speaking partners are just as welcome.
How do referral fees or commissions work?
According to each industry’s and state’s rules, confirmed item by item before signing. Real estate and insurance arrangements must comply with licensing rules and RESPA.
How are clients introduced?
We ask the client’s permission first, then introduce you; you serve the client directly, and we follow the tax and financial side alongside you.
When will I hear back?
Within 3 business days of applying, by e-mail or phone.
Partner application
Apply to join the YCL local partner network
Fill in the form below and we will contact you within 3 business days. Fields marked * are required.
- Apply online · Five minutes: choose your categories and the states and cities you cover
- Review and license check · Reply within 3 business days; we verify your license and record
- Video call · Agree service areas, client types and how we work together
- Sign and go live · Sign the partner agreement and join the YCL local partner network
Starting a business in the U.S., or about to?
Talk to a CPA first. We handle formation, tax, books and payroll — and connect you with local partners for insurance, property, offices and warehousing.