S corporations offer limited liability and the pass-through tax treatment of a partnership. Learn the pros and cons of this type of business entity, how to create one, and how they compare to other business structures like LLCs and sole proprietorships.
S corporations limit owners' liability and offer tax benefits. Find out if you can elect an S corporation status and how and when to make the election.
Both limited liability companies and corporations shield your personal assets from judgments and debts, but that’s where the similarity ends.
Thinking of forming an S Corporation? Here's what you need to consider first.
Find out what tax forms S corporations are required to file with the IRS.
Here’s a quick look at the basic steps for a shareholder to report and pay taxes on S corporation income.
When it comes to deducting the cost of health insurance for you and your family, an S corporation is not always so great.
Find out the basics of holding an annual meeting for your S corporation.
The IRS has stepped up its scrutiny of salary versus distributions with S corp employees.
Sidestep the lawyers with do-it-yourself books, documents, and software.
Online Form
Online Form
Nolo offers hundreds of consumer-friendly, do-it-yourself legal products for all types of legal situations. Browse our full product list.
Click below to view more legal issues. Our extensive collection of legal topics ranges across different areas of practice.
Our editors have over 100 years of combined experience practicing law. These professionals have worked in a wide range of legal areas, from estate planning to criminal law to business formation and beyond. They’re experts at explaining complicated legal issues in easy-to-understand terms.
Learn more about the team that manages Nolo’s articles, books, and DIY tools.
Find an experienced, local attorney in three easy steps. Our process is designed for ease and simplicity.
Briefly tell us about your case, and provide your contact information.
We find and instantly list attorneys that can best handle your case.
Choose the attorneys you would like to work with.
At Nolo, we prioritize quality and transparency because we know how important reliable legal information is to our readers. Our information is meticulously researched, regularly updated, and written in plain English by our experienced writers and editors. Learn more about our editorial standards.
Grow your firm with Martindale-Nolo, the largest legal network, and learn more about our attorney lead-generation and marketing services.
At Nolo, we prioritize quality and transparency because we know how important reliable legal information is to our readers. Our information is meticulously researched, regularly updated, and written in plain English by our experienced writers and editors. Learn more about our editorial standards.