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Llc Vs S Corp Decision
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When deciding between an llc and an s corp in new york, consider factors like formation, taxation, and management. Llcs offer flexible management and pass-through taxation, while s corps provide potential tax savings and require more formal structure. Both offer liability protection. New york llcs must publish a notice of formation in two newspapers. S corps can be owned by a single person and have restrictions on shareholders. Consult a local attorney for personalized advice.Full Conversation
Angelica
Hi Angelica! How can I assist you with your legal issue today?
I need help deciding if I should open an llc or s corp for my business
Hi Angelica! Here are some key points to consider when deciding between an LLC and an S Corp for your business in New York:
- LLC (Limited Liability Company):
- Simple to form and maintain.
- Flexible management structure.
- Pass-through taxation (income is taxed only once).
- S Corp (S Corporation):
- More formal structure with directors and officers.
- Pass-through taxation, but with potential savings on self-employment taxes.
- Restrictions on shareholders (e.g., must be U.S. citizens/residents).
What kind of business are you planning to start? This can help determine which structure might be more beneficial for you.
- LLC (Limited Liability Company):
- Simple to form and maintain.
- Flexible management structure.
- Pass-through taxation (income is taxed only once).
- S Corp (S Corporation):
- More formal structure with directors and officers.
- Pass-through taxation, but with potential savings on self-employment taxes.
- Restrictions on shareholders (e.g., must be U.S. citizens/residents).
What kind of business are you planning to start? This can help determine which structure might be more beneficial for you.
please give me more details on an llc
Sure! Here are some additional details about an LLC (Limited Liability Company) in New York:
- Formation:
- File Articles of Organization with the New York Department of State.
- Pay the necessary filing fee.
- Operating Agreement:
- Create an operating agreement outlining the management of the LLC.
- Liability Protection:
- Members are not personally liable for the debts and liabilities of the LLC.
- Taxation:
- Pass-through taxation: income is taxed at the member level, avoiding double taxation.
- Management:
- Flexible management structure: can be member-managed or manager-managed.
- Publication Requirement:
- Publish a notice of formation in two newspapers within 120 days of formation.
Would you like more details on any specific aspect of forming an LLC in New York?
- Formation:
- File Articles of Organization with the New York Department of State.
- Pay the necessary filing fee.
- Operating Agreement:
- Create an operating agreement outlining the management of the LLC.
- Liability Protection:
- Members are not personally liable for the debts and liabilities of the LLC.
- Taxation:
- Pass-through taxation: income is taxed at the member level, avoiding double taxation.
- Management:
- Flexible management structure: can be member-managed or manager-managed.
- Publication Requirement:
- Publish a notice of formation in two newspapers within 120 days of formation.
Would you like more details on any specific aspect of forming an LLC in New York?
are you required to publish for llc
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Yes, in New York, you are required to publish a notice of formation for an LLC in two newspapers (one daily and one weekly) within 120 days of forming the LLC. This is a legal requirement.
Is there anything else you need help with regarding forming an LLC?
Yes, in New York, you are required to publish a notice of formation for an LLC in two newspapers (one daily and one weekly) within 120 days of forming the LLC. This is a legal requirement.
Is there anything else you need help with regarding forming an LLC?
No please give me more details on an s corp
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Sure, here are more details about forming an S Corporation (S Corp) in New York:
- Formation:
- File a Certificate of Incorporation with the New York Department of State.
- Pay the necessary filing fee.
- Shareholders:
- Limited to * shareholders.
- Shareholders must be U.S. citizens or residents.
- Directors and Officers:
- Must have a board of directors and corporate officers.
- Liability Protection:
- Shareholders are not personally liable for the debts and liabilities of the corporation.
- Taxation:
- Pass-through taxation: income is taxed at the shareholder level, avoiding double taxation.
- Potential savings on self-employment taxes.
- Corporate Formalities:
- Must hold annual meetings and maintain minutes of meetings.
- Bylaws must be created and maintained.
If you have any more specific questions about forming an S Corp in New York, feel free to ask!
Sure, here are more details about forming an S Corporation (S Corp) in New York:
- Formation:
- File a Certificate of Incorporation with the New York Department of State.
- Pay the necessary filing fee.
- Shareholders:
- Limited to * shareholders.
- Shareholders must be U.S. citizens or residents.
- Directors and Officers:
- Must have a board of directors and corporate officers.
- Liability Protection:
- Shareholders are not personally liable for the debts and liabilities of the corporation.
- Taxation:
- Pass-through taxation: income is taxed at the shareholder level, avoiding double taxation.
- Potential savings on self-employment taxes.
- Corporate Formalities:
- Must hold annual meetings and maintain minutes of meetings.
- Bylaws must be created and maintained.
If you have any more specific questions about forming an S Corp in New York, feel free to ask!
can an s corp be owned by a single person
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Yes, an S Corporation can be owned by a single person. The single owner can be the sole shareholder, director, and officer.
Do you need more information on the steps to form an S Corp in New York?
Yes, an S Corporation can be owned by a single person. The single owner can be the sole shareholder, director, and officer.
Do you need more information on the steps to form an S Corp in New York?
What is the difference between filing a corporation and an s corp
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Hi Angelica! Here are the key differences between filing a corporation (C Corp) and an S Corporation (S Corp):
- C Corporation:
- Separate legal entity that pays its own taxes.
- Double taxation (corporate level and shareholder dividends).
- No restrictions on number or type of shareholders.
- Suitable for businesses planning to reinvest profits.
- S Corporation:
- Pass-through taxation (income taxed at shareholder level).
- Limited to * shareholders (must be U.S. citizens/residents).
- Avoids double taxation.
- Suitable for small to medium-sized businesses.
Do you need more details on any of these aspects?
Hi Angelica! Here are the key differences between filing a corporation (C Corp) and an S Corporation (S Corp):
- C Corporation:
- Separate legal entity that pays its own taxes.
- Double taxation (corporate level and shareholder dividends).
- No restrictions on number or type of shareholders.
- Suitable for businesses planning to reinvest profits.
- S Corporation:
- Pass-through taxation (income taxed at shareholder level).
- Limited to * shareholders (must be U.S. citizens/residents).
- Avoids double taxation.
- Suitable for small to medium-sized businesses.
Do you need more details on any of these aspects?
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