Starting a US ecommerce business from Canada involves business structure, banking, payment processing, suppliers, and cross-border shipping. I walk through the setup considerations for a US-facing high-ticket store.

Learn which questions to raise about identity checks, freight, returns, margins, and supplier terms before launch.

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Read the full guide: https://ecommerceparadise.com/start-business-usa-from-canada-high-ticket-ecommerce/

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Business Formation Guide: https://ecommerceparadise.com/business-formation-for-high-ticket-dropshipping/

Best Credit Cards for Ecommerce Businesses: https://ecommerceparadise.com/best-credit-cards-for-ecommerce-businesses/

Helpful tools mentioned:

Northwest Registered Agent: https://ecommerceparadise.com/northwest

Mercury Business Banking: https://ecommerceparadise.com/mercury

Wise: https://ecommerceparadise.com/wise

Chapters:

0:00 Starting a US business from Canada

0:48 Set up your Canadian business first

1:24 Why you need a US LLC and EIN

2:04 Banking and payment processing

3:20 KYC and your physical Canadian address

4:44 Cross-border shipping, duties, and returns

5:52 The margin math most stores miss

7:13 How to earn better supplier terms

8:23 Build value with demos, reviews, and content

9:10 Done-for-you setup and coaching

9:34 Credit cards and the next steps

Affiliate disclosure: Some links above are affiliate links. I earn a commission at no added cost to you. This episode is educational only, not legal, tax, banking, or financial advice. Speak with qualified Canadian and US professionals before forming or operating your business.

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