🇺🇸 United States · S-Corp & C-Corp

Scale-ready US corporate structures.

S-Corp and C-Corp formation for startups planning to raise investment, issue employee stock options, or operate as a traditional US corporation. Delaware is the standard for venture-backed companies.

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S-Corp vs C-Corp
S-Corporation

A pass-through entity — profits and losses pass directly to shareholders' personal tax returns. Avoids double taxation. Limited to 100 shareholders, all must be US citizens or residents. Best for small to mid-sized businesses wanting corporate structure with tax efficiency.

Pass-through taxation — no corporate tax
Up to 100 shareholders
One class of stock
Shareholders must be US citizens/residents
IRS Form 2553 election required
Best for: US-based small businesses, service companies, domestic partnerships
C-Corporation

The standard structure for venture-backed startups. No restrictions on shareholders, nationalities, or stock classes. Subject to corporate income tax, but allows unlimited investors, preferred stock, and employee stock options (ESOP). Delaware C-Corp is the industry standard for VC-backed companies.

Unlimited shareholders — any nationality
Multiple stock classes (common, preferred)
VC and institutional investor compatible
Employee stock option plans (ESOP)
Delaware Court of Chancery protection
Best for: Startups raising investment, tech companies, businesses issuing stock options
What is included
Certificate of Incorporation
Filed with the Secretary of State in your chosen state. Delaware is standard for C-Corps; we handle any state.
Bylaws & board resolutions
Corporate bylaws defining governance, board structure, and shareholder rights. Initial board resolutions authorizing formation.
EIN registration
Your corporation's federal tax ID number — required for banking, payroll, and tax filing.
S-Corp election (if applicable)
IRS Form 2553 filed to elect S-Corp tax treatment. Must be filed within 75 days of incorporation for same-year effect.
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