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Choose a Freelance Business Structure: Liability, Tax and Costs

For a US freelance business, compare the work’s liability exposure, ownership, expected profit and the ongoing administration you can support. A sole proprietorship is often a practical starting point for one owner. An LLC can provide a separate legal entity, while an S corporation election changes the federal tax treatment of an eligible entity. Neither forming an LLC nor making a tax election is an automatic requirement when you gain a large client or hire help.