From my understanding, the residency restriction only applies to those who are filling out the associated persons form.
I read your other post... very cool indeed.
Didn't really want to say too much as I haven't discussed today w my lawyer, nor to yet meet with his, so...
But the idea was to massage the 1099 requirements to fit 'consultation services'. Now, there would have to be a lot of details to work out & a lawyer to sign-off, but at least they are now considering these options!
Last week it was just a no go (period).
EDIT... I am specifically thinking of growing services, ya know? What would previously been considered a 'key employee', or so it had been explained to me...?