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Discover how single-member LLC owners can secure affordable health insurance, leverage ACA marketplace plans, and maximize tax deductions with expert guidance and authoritative resources.

Complete California S Corp tax guide with real examples. Learn franchise tax rates, payroll requirements, estimated payments, and actual tax savings. Expert compliance tips included.

Learn how to calculate, file, and avoid penalties on federal and California quarterly estimated taxes in 2025. Includes easy formulas, due dates, penalty rates, filing methods, and cheat-sheets for self-employed pros.

Solo professionals: learn when to switch from a sole proprietorship or LLC to an S Corporation to maximize tax savings, boost credibility, and supercharge retirement planning.

Follow our 5-step process to file a retroactive S Corp election under IRS Rev. Proc. 2013-30 and avoid double taxation.

Learn how independent recruiters can file an S-Corp in California—from LLC formation and EIN to payroll, compliance & bonding—while maximizing tax savings.

Learn how to file an S Corp in California with our step-by-step DIY guide—covering California S corporation tax, LLC annual fees, business license costs, and payroll setup.

Understand how an LLC-to-C-Corp conversion can expand your Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS) exclusion, the requirements, downsides, and why S corporations don’t fit the bill

Discover how the S corporation was created in 1958 to extend pass-through taxation to small businesses, explore key legislative milestones from TEFRA 1982 to the Tax Reform Act of 1986, and learn about regulatory oversight from the IRS, SBA, SEC, and more.

As an S-Corp owner, you know the Solo 401(k) is a cornerstone of s corp retirement plans . But if you're seeking next-level tax-deferral...

Two happily retired S Works customers Choosing among the many retirement plans for s corp  owners is simpler once you understand how each...

As you grow your consultancy with S Works, picking among the many retirement plans for S Corp can feel overwhelming. With the right S...

Running payroll with pen and paper As an S-Corp consultant, payroll is essential for compliance and tax savings. Follow this guide to get...

Filing an S‑Corp election for your one‑person consulting or services practice can  save real money—but you will need to you keep the IRS,...

If you’re a small business owner, freelancer, or independent consultant, you’ve probably heard about S-Corps as a way to save on taxes....

When stepping out on your own as a consultant, creative, or specialist professional, you’re probably thinking about how to make the most...

The right retirement plan helps you maximize savings and minimize taxes. We break down the top options.

If you’re a small business owner, freelancer, or considering starting one, you’ve may have heard about S-Corps often as a path to tax...

In the realm of independent professionals looking to streamline their business operations, staying compliant with regulations is...

Incorporating a business can be a daunting task, especially for independent white-collar professionals venturing into the entrepreneurial...