Tag Archives: S corp

The Unbearable Lightness (of Being an LLC)

Posted on March 11, 2014 by Joe Wallin

I had a client press me recently about converting from an LLC (taxed as a partnership) to a corporation.  The client had been considering raising money from angels and wanted to grant traditional corporate-style stock option to employees. I suggested … Continue reading →

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LLC Compensatory Equity Awards – Complex and Difficult

Posted on July 10, 2013 by Joe Wallin

By Joe Wallin and Dan Wright of Clark Nuber Question Is it more complex to make a compensatory equity grant from an LLC (taxed as a partnership) than from a corporation? Answer Yes Granting service providers an equity interest in … Continue reading →

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Can An S Corporation Issue Qualified Small Business Stock?

Posted on July 1, 2013 by Joe Wallin

I am the founder of a company.  If I formed my startup as an S corporation, can I convert it to a C corporation before the end of this year and still get 1202 status for my founder stock? Answer: … Continue reading →

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