LLC Tax Classification and Member Taxation

Free CPA REG (Taxation & Regulation) lesson in Federal Taxation of Entities. 14 min read, ~2,098 words.

Single-member LLC defaults to a disregarded entity. Multi-member LLC defaults to a partnership (Form 1065). Either can elect corporate status. Check-the-box election is made on Form 8832. To become an S corp, file Form 2553. The election is irrevocable for 60 months from the effective date. A single-member LLC owned...

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