1099 Income ≠ Higher Taxes (If You Do It Right)

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?

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.

S-Corp Savings

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View Detailed Breakdown

Sole Prop / LLC

Total SE Tax

$0.00

Less: SE Deduction

($0.00)

Less: QBI Deduction

($0.00)

Preliminary Result

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S-Corp

Total SE Tax

$0.00

Less: SE Deduction

($0.00)

Less: QBI Deduction

($0.00)

Less: State PTE Deduction

($0.00)

Less: Interest Earned

$0.00

Preliminary Result

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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.

Is an S Corp right for you?

For many profitable small business owners, the answer is yes.

We’ve helped hundreds of business owners make the switch — and do it the right way.

Simple, Transparent Pricing

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

Tax Returns & Annual Filings

$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

Ongoing Payroll & Compliance

$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

First-year Setup & Election

$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)

Banking, Accounting & Cash Flow

$25 /month

Payroll clearing account

Light bookkeeping (annual collection of business-exclusive accounts cards)

Depreciation tracking

Owner distributions tracking

S Corp cash flow planning

Add-Ons / Optimization Services

Spouse / family payroll

$10 /month - per person

Augusta Rule tracking & documentation

$15 /month

Retirement plan coordination (Solo 401(k), SEP) + Form 5500 filing

$25 /month

Total Pricing

One Time Setup

$0

Monthly Cost

$0

Total Annual Cost

$0

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.

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