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Description
Register with the IRS for federal income tax purposes. All businesses must file annual federal tax returns. The form depends on your business structure: Schedule C for sole proprietors, Form 1120 for C-Corps, Form 1120-S for S-Corps.
Key Details
- Jurisdiction
- Federal
- Category
- Tax & Filings
- Renewal Frequency
- annual
- Estimated Cost
- Free to file (tax preparation costs vary)
- Estimated Time
- 2-8 hours (with tax software)
Penalties for Non-Compliance
$195 to $435 per month late filing plus interest and penalties on unpaid tax
Official Filing Link
https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed/business-taxesDoes this apply to your business?
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