It has become customary for many businesses to set up a limited liability company (LLC). Especially when it is a 1 or 2-person business.  Among the many advantages of LLCs are simple default tax classifications: sole proprietor for 1 member, partnership for more than 1 member, also known as “pass-through.” This is the same regardless of the type of member. However, have you asked your lawyer, accountant, or business advisor if it makes sense to simply take the default classification? Small businesses should consider whether making the election to be treated as a “S-corporation” makes sense.

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