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Okay, back to the reason you’re reading this! Let’s talk about choosing an S-Corp! You start a business, which is an LLC, but will that be a single member or S-Corp status? Who the heck knows and why is that even important?? Well…it actually is pretty vital to know and there are perks to electing S-Corp status.
Thanks for coming back to continue reading this well-written document all about the exciting election of S-Corp. Alright, let’s break down why you should make this specific election and how it can benefit you and your business:
WHEN YOU CHOOSE S-CORP:
– MUST pay yourself a reasonable salary. I repeat, you are REQUIRED to take a salary
– You MUST elect S-Corp status right away…you cannot start your business then 6 months in decide you want to choose S-Corp, that’s just going to piss off the IRS and quite frankly you just can’t do it
– You have to think—is this going to flow through your personal return and all the money you make will be taxed at an ordinary income rate OR do you think you will make enough money that a portion can be taxed at a different rate—some food for thought!
PERKS OF S-CORP
– I mean I personally think taking a reasonable salary is a perk, but what do I really know….
– You will pay less in taxes
– You will have a W-2 salary still and your dividends will be taxed at a lower rate…this gives you a bit of relief
** Quick note: If you think your business will experience a loss in years 1-3, DO NOT elect S-Corp. It’s just going to mess it all up!
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