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Legal Structures

Learn which legal structure fits your business. This page offers basic guides to various structures, SBA’s Business Structure Wizard, IRS Business Structure FAQs, special business structures, and choosing a structure.
Plain English Guide To Business Structures
The Guide's recommendations on business structures.

SBA's Business Structure Wizard
Let SBA's Business Structure Wizard help determine which structure is right for you.

Basic Structures
Know the basic types of structures for a business, including sole proprietorships, partnerships, corporations, and more.

IRS Business Structure FAQs
Link to the IRS' website with answers to business structure questions.

Special Structures
Some of these less traditional structures may not be available in all states.

Securities And Exchange Commission FAQs
Answers to common questions about the Commission.



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