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Choose the legal structure that best describes your organization. This determines which IRS forms you'll file.

Limited Liability Company (LLC)

Filed articles of organization with your state

Sole Proprietor

Individual owner, not incorporated or registered as an LLC

Corporation

Filed articles of incorporation with your state

Partnership

Two or more people in business together

Estate

Legal entity created as a result of a person's death

Trust

Trusts, conservatorships, guardianships, and receiverships

Tax-Exempt / Government / Other

Nonprofits, churches, government agencies, and other organizations