Corporation & LLC Formation and Compliance in Contra Costa County.
Your entity choice affects your tax bill more than almost any other decision you'll make. Whether LLC, S-corp, C-corp, or sole proprietorship — we help you pick the right structure, set it up correctly, and keep it in compliance.
Who this is for
- Freelancers and consultants ready to incorporate
- LLCs deciding whether to elect S-corp taxation
- Partners forming a new business together
- Established companies whose current entity no longer fits
What's included
- Entity selection consultation (LLC vs S-corp vs C-corp vs sole proprietorship)
- California Secretary of State filings
- EIN application and IRS entity elections (Form 2553, Form 8832)
- Operating agreements and corporate bylaws (in coordination with your attorney)
- Annual Statement of Information filings
- California franchise-tax planning
- Ongoing S-corp reasonable-compensation and distribution planning
How it works
- 01Structure consult
We model your income under each entity type and show you the real tax difference.
- 02Formation
We file with the California Secretary of State, obtain your EIN, and elect S-corp status if that's right for you.
- 03Setup
Chart of accounts, payroll (for S-corps), and bookkeeping are configured for your new entity from day one.
- 04Annual compliance
We track your Statement of Information, franchise tax, and federal filings so nothing lapses.
Why clients choose us
- Avoid the classic mistake of electing S-corp too early or too late
- One team handles formation, bookkeeping, payroll, and taxes
- Clear annual compliance calendar so nothing gets missed
- Guidance backed by licensed professionals
Frequently asked questions
Let's find the strategy your last accountant missed.
Request a free consultation. We'll review your situation, point out what we'd do differently, and give you a clear, transparent quote — no pressure.