Decide the Right Entity Structure for Your Business

Knowing the right entity structure to choose when starting your business is crucial, that's why we'll go over the main entity types and differences to help you make the right call.

Decide the Right Entity Structure for Your Business

Knowing the right entity structure to choose when starting your business is crucial, that's why we'll go over the main entity types and differences to help you make the right call.

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The Two Most Popular Entity Types To Choose From

Limited Liability Company

Should You Form a Limited Liability Company (LLC)? For over 80% of small businesses, the right choice of business structure is a simple one: the LLC.

C-Corporation

A C-Corporation structure is generally the best option for large businesses or startups planing on raising funds by selling stocks.

The Two Most Popular Entity Types To Choose From

Limited Liability Company

Should You Form a Limited Liability Company (LLC)? For over 80% of small businesses, the right choice of business structure is a simple one: the LLC.

C-Corporation

A C-Corporation structure is generally the best option for large businesses or startups planing on raising funds by selling stocks.

LLC or C-Corp, Let's Find Out Which is Best? 

LLC

C-CORP

Limited liability protection

Flexibility in management

Double Taxation

Pass-through taxation

Ease of ownership changes

Relatively Easy

Easy

Formalities

Low

High

LLC or C-Corp, Let's Find Out Which is Best? 

LLC

C-CORP

Limited liability protection


Flexibility in management

Double Taxation

Pass-through taxation


Ease of ownership changes

Fairly Easy

Easy

Formalities

Low

High

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the four types of entities?

The main four entity types you can choose when registering your company are the following:

  • LLC ( Limited Liability Company)
  • C-Corporation
  • S-Corporation (Ony for U.S residents or SSN holders)
  • Non-Profit Corporation
Which entity type is best if I want to raise Capital?

If you are planning on raising funds or seeking investment, then a C Corp would be the best fit for you. While an LLC can raise capital, it's usually a very complexe and difficult process, C-Corps on the other hand make it easier to raise funds and are a great option if you have big plans for growing your company, or eventually taking it public. 

Do I need to be a U.S citizen to form an LLC or a C-Corp?
No, you don't need to be a U.S. Citizen nor do you need an SSN to form an LLC or a C-Corp, you'll just need to fill out a quick form and provide some basic information.
Which entity is better for limited liability?

The great things about both types is that limited liability protection is a key features of both, you can pick either type of entity and benefit from limited liability to protect your personal assets.

Do you help with taxes?

Our tax team can free you from the headache of filing your taxes (both state and federal) and take care of the whole process accurately and on time for the lowest price possible. 

We also offer a free 30 minutes tax consultation via our partner GW Carter.

What if I have more questions?

We’re always here for you to answer any queries you have whether you’re ready to start or just need some information to help you figure things out. You can chat with our wonderful support team via our live chat for an instant reply (click on the bottom right corner) or shoot us an email at Team@fileyourfile.co, you can also schedule a call with one of our agents by clicking here.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the four types of entities?

The main four entity types you can choose when registering your company are the following:

  • LLC ( Limited Liability Company)
  • C-Corporation
  • S-Corporation (Ony for U.S residents or SSN holders)
  • Non-Profit Corporation
Which entity type is best if I want to raise Capital?

If you are planning on raising funds or seeking investment, then a C Corp would be the best fit for you. While an LLC can raise capital, it's usually a very complexe and difficult process, C-Corps on the other hand make it easier to raise funds and are a great option if you have big plans for growing your company, or eventually taking it public. 

Do I need to be a U.S citizen to form an LLC or a C-Corp?
No, you don't need to be a U.S. Citizen nor do you need an SSN to form an LLC or a C-Corp, you'll just need to fill out a quick form and provide some basic information.
Which entity is better for limited liability?

The great things about both types is that limited liability protection is a key features of both, you can pick either type of entity and benefit from limited liability to protect your personal assets.

Do you help with taxes?

Our tax team can free you from the headache of filing your taxes (both state and federal) and take care of the whole process accurately and on time for the lowest price possible. 

We also offer a free 30 minutes tax consultation via our partner GW Carter.

What if I have more questions?

We’re always here for you to answer any queries you have whether you’re ready to start or just need some information to help you figure things out. You can chat with our wonderful support team via our live chat for an instant reply (click on the bottom right corner) or shoot us an email at Team@fileyourfile.co, you can also schedule a call with one of our agents by clicking here.

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