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Employee benefit programs less then 2% shareholders group term life insurance meals and lodging for the employers convenience. It is where meetings, general business, transactions and business decisions are recorded. The s corporation is a popular business type, but it s often misunderstood. S corporation answer book, eighth edition 97814548453. Question 10 which of the following corporations is allowed. A business that meets the following criteria and certain other conditions can elect to be treated as an s corporation. S corporation answer book, eighth edition this quickreference manual lets you help clients take full advantage of their s corporation status and minimize their taxes. The gas and insurance were paid for by s corps credit card and are expensed on the books. Question 10 which of the following corporations is allowed to make an s corporation election. On february 12, 2005, nancy trout and delores lake. Yes, send me information on similar products and content from wolters kluwer. This book provides, in a single volume, a complete guide and.
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