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A business may be conducted through a variety of organizational structures. A specific business structure is generally chosen for liability and/or tax reasons.

Starting a Business: Choosing a Business Structure
In Step 3, you'll find a brief overview of various business structures: sole proprietorship, corporations, limited liability company, limited partnership, general partnership, and limited liability partnership.
IRS: Choosing a Business Structure
A handy information sheet put together by the Internal Revenue Service detailing the tax implications of different business structures.
Guide to Choosing a Small Business Structure
The U.S. Small Business Administration provides this clear and concise guide covering the most popular business structures. Outlines the advantages and disadvantages of each type of business structure as well as tax requirements.

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Library Books

Form a Partnership: The Complete Legal Guide - Denis Clifford & Ralph Warner
Thoroughly explains the legal and practical issues involved in forming a business partnership, covering: -- financial and tax liabilities-- contributions of cash or property-- expanding one's partnership-- buy-outs-- the death of a partner-- and much more.
LLC or Corporation? How to choose the right form for your business - Anthony Mancuso
Not really just for those starting a business. Aimed at anyone already in business who wants to determine if they should convert--for example--from a partnership to an LLC. Excellent advice on taxes and related financial effects.
Form Your Own Limited Liability Company - Anthony Mancuso
Covers how to set up a limited liability company in any state, without the aid of an attorney. It explains how to choose a valid LLC name, prepare and file Articles of Organization, set up a member-run or manager-run LLC, and take care of ongoing legal and tax paperwork.
How to Form Your Own California Corporation - Anthony Mancuso
How to form a Nonprofit Corporation in California - Anthony Mancuso
This Nolo bestseller guides readers through the steps necessary to obtain Federal 501(c)(3) status in order to qualify for: federal and state income tax exemptions-tax deductible contributions from donors-public and private funding-limited personal liability for directors, officers and members of the nonprofit.