Business Formation and Structuring Assistance
Start and structure your business the right way. ATDS assists with forming and structuring S-Corps, C-Corps, and partnerships, plus S-Corp election guidance, so your entity and your tax filing line up from day one. In person or through virtual appointments, nationwide.
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Start With the Right Structure From Day One
Business formation is the process of setting up your company as a recognized entity, and an S-Corp election is a tax filing choice that changes how an existing entity is taxed. ATDS helps you understand the difference, choose a structure that fits your situation, and prepare the filings that apply to entities such as S-Corporations, C-Corporations, and partnerships. We also help executors and trustees understand the filing side of estates and trusts. We connect your structure to your tax preparation so nothing falls through the cracks. We are not a law firm and do not provide legal advice; we focus on the tax and filing side of getting your entity set up and structured correctly.
Who Business Formation / S-Corp Is For
ATDS serves a wide range of clients. Here are some of the people this service is built for.
Common Needs We Address
Every situation is different. Here are some of the needs ATDS regularly helps clients resolve.
Choosing a structure that fits your situation
There is no single right answer for every business. We explain how S-Corps, C-Corps, and partnerships are taxed differently so you can make an informed decision before you file anything.
Understanding the S-Corp election
An S-Corp election is a tax choice, not a business type. We explain what the election does, who may benefit, and how it connects to your annual return.
Deciding between a C-Corp and an S-Corp
C-Corporations and S-Corporations are taxed differently. We walk through how each is treated so you understand the tradeoffs before committing to a structure.
Setting up a partnership correctly
Partnerships and multi-member LLCs taxed as partnerships have their own filing requirements. We help you understand the structure and the return that goes with it.
Understanding the filing side of estates and trusts
Estates and trusts have their own reporting. We help executors and trustees understand what is filed and how it connects to beneficiary returns.
Connecting formation to tax preparation
Your entity type determines which return you file. We help you set up your structure with your tax filing in mind so they stay aligned year after year.
Entity Types ATDS Helps You Structure
Different entities are formed and taxed differently. This comparison shows the entity types ATDS helps you structure, along with the return each one files, so you can see which approach fits your situation.
| Entity Type | Return | Who It Is For | What to Know |
|---|---|---|---|
| S-Corporation | Form 1120-S | Business owners who elected S-Corp tax status | Formed as a corporation (or an LLC that elected S-Corp status), then taxed as a pass-through. Income and losses flow to shareholders' individual returns. |
| C-Corporation | Form 1120 | Businesses structured as separate taxable entities | Formed as a corporation taxed at the corporate level. We help you understand the structure and the separate return it requires. |
| Partnership | Form 1065 | General and limited partnerships, and multi-member LLCs taxed as partnerships | Formed as a partnership or multi-member LLC. Files an information return and issues Schedule K-1s to partners. |
| Estate and Trust | Form 1041 | Executors, trustees, and fiduciaries managing an estate or trust | Not a business entity, but with its own filing requirements. We help you understand the reporting and beneficiary K-1s. |
Not sure which return your business needs? Schedule a consultation and we will confirm the correct form for your entity type.
Your Business Journey With ATDS
From your first idea to ongoing growth, here is how ATDS supports your business at each stage.
Starting
Starting Your Business
You have an idea and want to make it official. We discuss your goals, explain your structure options, and outline the filings that may apply to your situation.
Structuring
Structuring Your Entity
We help you understand entity formation for S-Corps, C-Corps, and partnerships, plus the S-Corp tax election, so your structure supports how you want to be taxed.
Tax Preparation
Preparing Your Tax Return
Once your structure is set, we prepare the correct return for your entity type and coordinate it with your individual return so everything lines up.
Growth
Growing With Support
As your business grows, ATDS provides year-round bookkeeping, tax planning, funding assistance, and ongoing support so your structure keeps working for you.
Why Work With ATDS
More than taxes. ATDS brings year-round tax, financial, and business support to every client we serve.
Structure and taxes aligned
We help you choose a structure with your tax filing in mind, so your entity type and your annual return stay consistent.
Multiple entity types supported
ATDS assists with structuring S-Corps, C-Corps, and partnerships, and helps with the filing side of estates and trusts, so you have one place to turn.
Year-round business support
ATDS is more than a tax company. We support businesses beyond formation when changes, new filings, or growth questions come up.
Virtual appointments, nationwide
Based in Columbus, Ohio, we work with business owners across all 50 states through secure virtual appointments.
Plain-language guidance
We explain formation and the S-Corp election in plain language, without legal jargon, so you understand each step before you move forward.
The Business Formation / S-Corp Process
A clear, structured process so you always know what comes next and what to expect.
Schedule Your Consultation
Book a virtual or phone consultation. We discuss your business goals, current structure, and what you want to accomplish.
Review Your Structure Options
We explain formation for S-Corps, C-Corps, and partnerships, plus the S-Corp election, in plain language so you can make an informed decision.
Prepare the Filings You Need
We help you prepare the filings that fit your situation and connect your structure to your tax preparation so they stay aligned.
File and Grow With Support
Once your structure is set, we prepare your returns and provide year-round bookkeeping, planning, and support as your business grows.
Business Formation / S-Corp Options
Choose the option that matches your situation. Not sure which you need? Schedule a consultation and we will help you decide.
Business formation assistance
Guidance on setting up your business as a recognized entity and understanding the filings that may apply to your situation.
S-Corp election assistance
Help understanding and preparing the S-Corp tax election, including what it does and how it connects to your annual return.
C-Corp structuring assistance
Help understanding C-Corporation structure and the separate corporate return it requires, so you know what to expect before you commit.
Partnership structuring assistance
Help setting up a partnership or multi-member LLC and understanding the information return and Schedule K-1s that go with it.
Estate and trust filing guidance
Help for executors and trustees understanding the filing side of an estate or trust, including beneficiary K-1s.
Structure and tax alignment review
A review of your current structure and tax filing to confirm they line up and identify any steps that may be needed.
Formation plus ongoing preparation
Combine formation assistance with ongoing business and individual tax preparation so your structure and filings stay connected.
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Many clients also benefit from these year-round services from ATDS.
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Ongoing bookkeeping that keeps your business records organized, accurate, and ready for tax preparation.
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Learn moreWhat Clients Say
Real ATDS client reviews are shared here as they become available.
“My experience with American Tax Dream Services was Amazing! The last two years Dayshia has been my tax preparer is she is definitely one of a kind Very nice, Very professional! Choose Dayshia to be Tax preparer!!!”
“I can't say enough great things about Ms. Resse at American Tax Dream. From the moment we started, she was professional, thorough, and incredibly patient. She took the time to break everything down in a way that was easy to understand...”
“Dayshia I am so thankful for your help with assisting me with my taxes I definitely would refer everyone to her, She works very fast and gets you the most for your hard earned work all year!! Dayshia you are awesome I look forward to continuing to get my taxes done by you every year!!”
Business Formation / S-Corp FAQs
Common questions about business formation / s-corp with ATDS.
Ready to Get Started With Business Formation / S-Corp?
Schedule a consultation with ATDS today. We will review your situation and explain your options in plain language, in person or virtually.