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Understanding the 5 Most Common Legal Forms of Business
Recorded Webinar (online)
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Date: January 8, 2025 Duration: 90 Minutes Language: English View webinar Viewing this webinar requires some basic information. This data is only used within SCORE and will not be distributed to any third parties.
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Choosing the right legal form for your business is a critical step that impacts your operations, taxes and liability. Whether you're a new entrepreneur or looking to restructure your business, understanding the pros and cons of each form of organization is essential to making informed decisions.

In this webinar, our expert presenters will guide you through the five most common forms of business organization: sole proprietorship, partnership, limited liability company (LLC), corporation and S corporation. You’ll gain clarity on the legal and tax implications of each structure and learn how to evaluate which one aligns best with your business goals.

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand the basics of the five most common forms of business organization
  • Compare and contrast sole proprietorships, partnerships, LLCs, corporations and S corporations
  • Analyze legal and tax considerations for each business structure
  • Learn how to determine which form best suits your business objectives
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About the presenters
Harry Eng - SCORE Fox Valley chapter
Harry Eng
Harry is a Master Mentor in the SCORE Fox Valley chapter. He is a Certified Public Accountant, Enrolled Agent and Fellow of the National Tax Practice Institute.
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Fran Zollers - SCORE Mentor
Fran Zollers
Fran is a Master Mentor in the SCORE Fox Valley chapter. She is a Professor Emerita of Law & Public Policy at the Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University.
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