Assignment: Advance Federal Taxation
Partnership vs. Corporation
Using Internet websites such as irs gov or other similar resources related to partnerships and corporate taxation, write a four to five page paper in which you do the following:
1. Compare and contrast the tax rules and treatment applicable to corporations and partnerships. Indicate the major way in which the tax treatment affects the shareholders or partners.
2. Explain at least two reasons why a business owner might opt to become a partnership over a corporation. Provide support for your rationale.
3. Imagine that you are a consultant and make the recommendation that the most advantageous business structure is a C-corporation. Justify why you would recommend a Corporation over a Partnership. Indicate tax rules that influenced your decision.
4. Analyze what a business owner must consider when deciding what type of entity is best for the goals and vision of the business. Provide at least two examples of research the owner must perform to ensure the proper election is made. Provide support for your rationale.
5. Use at least two quality academic resources in this assignment. Note: Wikipedia and other websites do not qualify as academic resources.
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.