Why business structure matters for taxes
A sole proprietor, a single-member LLC, and an S-Corporation can all be owned by the same person — but they are taxed differently, they file different returns, and they carry different administrative requirements. Understanding the differences is not just an accounting exercise. It affects how much you pay, when you pay it, and what records you need to keep.
These guides are written for business owners who want to understand the tax side of their entity — not just the legal side. They are particularly relevant for New York business owners, where state and city tax obligations add another layer of complexity.
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LLC & S-Corp Owner Taxation
How to pay yourself, when an S-Corp makes sense, how to make the switch, and what records to keep throughout the year.
