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Choosing the right business entity type for your new company

Want to choose the right legal business structure for your small business? Here’s an easy-to-understand overview of common entity types.

S Corp vs. C Corp: What’s the difference and which is right for your business?

Learn the key differences between S Corps and C Corps and choose the right legal structure to maximize your business's potential.

Form 2553: Filing tips and unlocking tax savings with S Corp election

Find out how Form 2553 can help you get S Corp status, potential tax savings, steps to complete it, and what to know before making this election.

IRS Form SS-8: Instructions for 2026 + PDF Download

Have questions about classifying employees? The IRS can help if you submit Form SS-8. Get the basics on what it is, when to file it, and how to fill it out. Includes PDF.

Choosing the right business entity type for your new company

Want to choose the right legal business structure for your small business? Here’s an easy-to-understand overview of common entity types.

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Why businesses choose OnPay

Why businesses choose OnPay

Why businesses choose OnPay

Why businesses choose OnPay

INSIGHTS

Business rules made simple

Choosing the right business entity type for your new company

S Corp vs. C Corp: What’s the difference and which is right for your business?

Form 2553: Filing tips and unlocking tax savings with S Corp election

IRS Form SS-8: Instructions for 2026 + PDF Download

Choosing the right business entity type for your new company

LET’S DO THIS

It’s easy
to get started

Why businesses choose OnPay

Why businesses choose OnPay

Why businesses choose OnPay

Why businesses choose OnPay

INSIGHTS

Business rules made simple

Choosing the right business entity type for your new company

S Corp vs. C Corp: What’s the difference and which is right for your business?

Form 2553: Filing tips and unlocking tax savings with S Corp election

IRS Form SS-8: Instructions for 2026 + PDF Download

Choosing the right business entity type for your new company

LET’S DO THIS

It’s easy to get started

It’s easy
to get started