S Corp vs LLC Tax Differences Explained: 2026 Guide
S corp vs LLC tax differences explained with 2026 numbers: payroll tax savings, reasonable salary, the QBI trade-off, and when to elect it.
KS
Kenneth Serna
Trust the Tax Pros
Kenneth Serna writes Trust the Tax Pros guides and calculators on self-employment, S-Corp, and California taxes. Figures are checked against IRS and FTB publications. Content is educational and is not tax advice.
Articles by Kenneth Serna
What Is Schedule C on a 1040 Tax Return? A Line-by-Line Guide
What is Schedule C on a 1040 tax return? See who files it, how each part works, where the profit lands, and the 2025…
IRS Penalty Abatement Reasonable Cause Letter Sample
Use this IRS penalty abatement reasonable cause letter sample, 4 worked examples, and the new 2026 AEP rule to get IRS penalties removed.
How to File Back Taxes Yourself: Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to file back taxes yourself: get IRS transcripts, use the right prior-year forms, beat refund deadlines and set up a payment plan.
Self-Employed Tax Deductions Checklist for 2026
Use this self-employed tax deductions checklist for 2026: Schedule C lines, new mileage rates, QBI and retirement write-offs freelancers miss.
Is Business Insurance Tax Deductible? 2026 CPA Rules
Learn when business insurance is tax deductible under IRC Section 162, which policies qualify, Schedule C rules, and nondeductible exceptions.
Tax Accountant for Small Business: Hiring & Cost Guide
Discover when to hire a tax accountant for small business, typical CPA fees, entity tax strategies, and questions to ask before hiring.
How Much Can a Tax Preparer Charge Legally? IRS Rules
Discover how much a tax preparer can charge legally, IRS Circular 230 fee rules, contingent fee bans, and how to spot predatory billing.
Are Financial Advisor Fees Tax Deductible? IRS Rules
Learn if financial advisor fees are tax deductible under IRS rules, how the TCJA impacts itemizing, and legal ways to pay with pre-tax funds.
How Long Can You Go Without Filing Taxes? IRS Rules & Limits
Discover how long you can go without filing taxes, IRS statute of limitations rules, penalty risks, and steps to catch up on unfiled returns.