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When starting personal trainng & group exercise biz what is best company structure?

I will be teaching one on one and small groups outside of the gym setting. For instance, teaching water aerobics at local condo assoc & teaching fitness bootcamp at local park. Will be working as Sports Psych Coach for local athletes. Also will be reselling items on website. I will be the only employee. With joint income filing I will be in the highest tax bracket even though my biz will make small income. Looking for best structure for legal safety as well as best tax saving options.

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I would look at the LLC and tax it as a partnership or S corporation depending on how its set up.


David Goldman
Apple Law Firm PLLC
331 East Monroe Street
Jacksonville, FL 32202

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Reputation Level 14
I would look at the LLC and tax it as a partnership or S corporation depending on how its set up.


David Goldman
Apple Law Firm PLLC
331 East Monroe Street
Jacksonville, FL 32202

Tel (904) 685-1200 Fax (904) 212-0678

http://www.JacksonvilleLawyer.pro/
http://www.GunTrustLawyer.com/
http://www.FloridaEstatePlanningLawyerBlog.com/
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Based on your business venture, I would say that a corporation would be inappropriate. Typically a corporation would be preferable if you were looking to raise capital by selling shares of the corporation. However, an LLC (limited liability company) offers similar individual protection to a corporation, but is ideal for 1 or few "shareholders", which are called "members" in an LLC.

I would recommend you consult a tax professional regarding any tax consequences or advantages you may be able to obtain with your new business venture. I can recommend someone should you need further advice.

All the best,

Mark J. Rose
Roig, Tutan, Rosenberg & Zlotnick, P.A.
mrose@roiglawyers.com
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