Canadian Residents Investing in U.S. LLCs: Tax Challenges and Considerations
Canadian investors in U.S. LLCs face complex tax issues due to differing U.S. and Canadian classifications. While the U.S. treats LLCs as flow-through entities, Canada views them as corporations, often causing double taxation and heavy compliance burdens. Careful planning—such as using U.S. C-corporations or alternative structures—can help align tax treatment and reduce cross-border inefficiencies.