IRS Form 2553 “S” Corporation Election
Learn about the benefits and drawbacks of an S Corporation structure, how to file the S corporation election, and the options for late election relief procedures. This guide is perfect for new business owners with an LLC or Corporation.
What you’ll learn
- What are the benefits and drawbacks of an “S” Corporation structure?
- How to file the S corporation election?
- If I file the election late, what are my options under the late election relief procedures?
The S corporation election is a popular entity tax classification in the United States. One of the greatest misconceptions about the S corporation is that it is a legal entity formed under State Law. This is not true. The S corporation is a federal tax election only and is not a legal entity type.
Many entrepreneurs choose the S election classification because it helps reduce their federal self-employment taxes. In this guide, we want to cover the most popular aspects of the S corporation election and what it means to operate an S corporation.
We will cover the following topics within this guide:
1. What is an “S” corporation under federal tax law.
2. What entities are eligible to make the S corporation election.
3. What are the ownership restrictions and operating limitations once you make the S corporation election.
4. What are the primary tax advantages and disadvantages of making the S corporation election.
5. How to complete the IRS Form 2553 election form.
6. What do you need to file when the S corporation is late.
7. What are the annual reporting requirements for my S corporation once the election is approved by the IRS.
Once you have completed this guide and reviewed the materials, you should have a better understanding of the S corporation election and how to file the election with the IRS.
Who this course is for:
- New business owners with an LLC or Corporation
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