Aubrey Has Been Operating His Business as a C Corporation

question 100

Essay

Aubrey has been operating his business as a C corporation for the past five years. The corporation pays him a reasonable salary. The profits of the corporation, after paying Federal income tax, are distributed to him each year as a dividend. He is considering electing S status for his corporation in order to avoid double taxation. What factors should he consider assuming after-tax earnings will continue to be distributed to him?

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Definitions:

Advertising

The act of promoting products, services, or brands through various media channels to influence consumer behavior or perception.

Revenues

The total income generated by a firm or organization from its activities, before any expenses are subtracted.

Utility Function

A mathematical representation of how consumer preferences over a set of goods and services are ordered.

Private Consumptions

Expenditures by individuals and households on goods and services for personal use, excluding investments and savings.