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Federal Tax Registration (IRS)

Tax & FilingsFederal

Source of this page

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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-taxes