You can start an S corporation (S corp) by forming a limited liability company (LLC) or a corporation and electing S corp status from the IRS when you apply for your Employer Identification Number (EIN). An S corp is an Internal Revenue Service (IRS) tax classification, not a business structure.

How long does it take to start an S Corp?

Time to process your corporation or LLC formation varies by state with routine processing taking 4 – 6 weeks or even more in the slowest states. Expedited Processing will reduce that time to about 10 business days or less with the exception of just a few states.

When does a C Corporation become a S corporation?

When a C corporation elects to become an S corporation, S status begins on the day following the last day of the electing C corporation’s tax year. For an existing C corporation that is converting to S status, the S election may be filed:

What do you do when you form a corporation?

Essentially, when you form a corporation, you are forming an entity to do business on your behalf. The corporation is the vehicle through which shareholders (the owners of a corporation) conduct business. Ownership of a corporation is broken up into shares.

Why do business owners need to form S Corp?

One of the primary reasons business owners form S corps is because of the tax savings potential. However, not everyone benefits from forming an S corp. In some cases, the cost of forming an S corp, running payroll, and paying payroll taxes is more than what you’d save on taxes.

When to file a S corporation tax form?

In that event, the S corporation will be subject to the built – in gains tax, and the effects of that tax must be considered in deciding when S status should begin. The S election is made by filing Form 2553. The election form should be prepared, and shareholder consents should be obtained, as soon as possible after deciding to elect S status.