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Does an S-Corp always save money?

Incorporation & entity structure

No. The saving comes from payroll tax on the distribution portion of income, and it only outweighs the cost of payroll, a separate return, and reasonable salary analysis once profit is meaningful.

Below that level the compliance cost can exceed the benefit. Run the numbers before electing.

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Check your EIN confirmation letter (CP 575) first. If that is gone, look at a previously filed tax return, a business bank account application, or any 1099 you have issued. Your bank or your payroll provider will also have it on file.

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