Freelancers, solopreneurs, and small business owners often save $5k–$30k+. Answer 3 quick questions to see your number.
1. What is your annual net business profit, before owner draws?
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2. If you had to hire someone to do your job, what would be a realistic salary? If you're not sure, we'll assume 40% of your Q#1 response.
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3. What state do you primarily earn your income in?
Disclaimer
This calculator provides estimates only for comparing Schedule C and S-corporation tax scenarios. Results are based on simplified assumptions (single filer, specified income, simplified QBI and SSTB rules, and user-entered salary) and may not reflect your actual tax situation. True savings depend on full federal, state, and local tax rules, deductions, credits, and IRS determinations. By using this tool, you acknowledge that results are estimates only and should not be relied upon for filing or planning without professional guidance.
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Based on your entries, an S corp could offer meaningful tax savings and may be worth the switch
Based on your entries, an S corp could offer meaningful tax savings and may be worth the switch
View Detailed Breakdown
Sole Prop / LLC
Total SE Tax
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Less: SE Deduction
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Less: QBI Deduction
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Preliminary Result
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S-Corp
Total SE Tax
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Less: SE Deduction
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Less: QBI Deduction
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Less: State PTE Deduction
($0.00)
Less: Interest Earned
$0.00
Preliminary Result
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Disclaimer
This calculator provides estimates only for comparing Schedule C and S-corporation tax scenarios. Results are based on simplified assumptions (single filer, specified income, simplified QBI and SSTB rules, and user-entered salary) and may not reflect your actual tax situation. True savings depend on full federal, state, and local tax rules, deductions, credits, and IRS determinations. By using this tool, you acknowledge that results are estimates only and should not be relied upon for filing or planning without professional guidance.
We try to keep things affordable so we’re not digging too much into your savings — and don’t forget, these fees are deductible to your business.
Required
$750 /year
Form 1120-S
Schedule K-1
State S Corp return(s)
State/PTE tax return (if elected)
Annual report / franchise tax filings (state-specific)
Required
$100 /month
Owner payroll processing
Federal payroll tax filings: Form 941 (quarterly)
Form 940 (annual FUTA)
W-2 / W-3 filings
State payroll filings (withholding + unemployment)
Payroll tax payments (EFTPS + state portals)
Year-end payroll reconciliation
$750 one-time
(cost will not repeat starting year 2)
Establish LLC / PLLC (or convert existing entity)
Obtain EIN
File S Corporation Election (Form 2553)
State-level S election, if applicable
Register for state withholding tax
Register for state unemployment (SUTA)
PTE election (if applicable in the state)
Set up payroll accounts (federal + state)
Choose payroll schedule (monthly / semi-monthly)
$25 /month
Payroll clearing account
Light bookkeeping (annual collection of business-exclusive accounts cards)
Depreciation tracking
Owner distributions tracking
S Corp cash flow planning
$10 /month - per person
$15 /month
$25 /month
One Time Setup
$0
Monthly Cost
$0
Total Annual Cost
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Disclaimer
The prices here are meant to give you a solid expectation of typical costs. Final pricing may adjust based on complexity, but most clients will fall within these ranges.
S Corp questions, tax confusion, or pricing curiosities? Ask away!