Yes, a Texas LLC can choose to be taxed as an S Corp by filing IRS Form 2553. This allows the LLC to benefit from the tax advantages of an S Corp, such as saving on self-employment taxes, while maintaining the operational flexibility of an LLC.
In order to become an S corporation, the corporation must submit Form 2553, Election by a Small Business Corporation signed by all the shareholders.
LLC taxed as an S corporation First, an LLC would need to elect to be taxed as a corporation by filing Form 8832, Entity Classification Election. After that, an LLC can then file a Form 2553, Election by a Small Business Corporation, to elect tax treatment as an S corporation.
LLC taxed as an S corporation First, an LLC would need to elect to be taxed as a corporation by filing Form 8832, Entity Classification Election. After that, an LLC can then file a Form 2553, Election by a Small Business Corporation, to elect tax treatment as an S corporation.
Once you confirm you meet the requirements, you may apply for S Corporation status with the IRS by filing Form 2553. The State of Texas recognizes the federal S Corp election. Your business will still be subject to franchise taxes with the State of Texas.
It is important to note that one must convert to an S-Corp by March 15 in order to be applicable for the following year, or within 75 days of opening the LLC to be applicable for the year of opening. If you miss this deadline, you may apply for late election relief if you have a valid reason for missing the deadline.
Once you confirm you meet the requirements, you may apply for S Corporation status with the IRS by filing Form 2553. The State of Texas recognizes the federal S Corp election. Your business will still be subject to franchise taxes with the State of Texas.
Yes, a Texas LLC can choose to be taxed as an S Corp by filing IRS Form 2553. This allows the LLC to benefit from the tax advantages of an S Corp, such as saving on self-employment taxes, while maintaining the operational flexibility of an LLC.