Tax filings
Corporate tax filings, prepared in house.
NSC prepares federal corporate returns and the IRS elections and applications a corporation needs: S corporation elections, 501(c)(3) status, and responsible party or address changes.
Corporate returns
Form 1120 for a corporation with no activity is a flat $300 per return. Returns with activity are prepared from client-provided books and quoted from $750.
Elections and applications
Form 2553 includes the eligibility review, effective date analysis, filing, and follow-up until the IRS accepts the election. Form 1023-EZ covers 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status; the IRS user fee is separate.
Fees
Fees for this service
From the NSC Standard Fee Schedule. "With Admin Fee" shows the service billed on its own invoice. Government and third-party fees are passed through at cost. See every fee.
Tax Filings
Prepared in house.
| Service | What is included | NSC fee | With Admin Fee | Attorney review |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form 1120, No Activity | Federal corporate return for a corporation with no income or expenses, per return | $300.00 | $345.00 | Not needed |
| Form 1120 or 1120-S, With Activity | Federal corporate return prepared from client-provided books, per return | From $750.00 | From $862.50 | Not needed |
| Form 2553 | S corporation election: eligibility review, effective date analysis, filing, and follow-up until IRS acceptance | $350.00 | $402.50 | Not needed |
| Form 1023-EZ | Application for 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status. The IRS user fee is separate | $500.00 | $575.00 | Not needed |
| Form 8822-B | IRS change of business address or responsible party | $150.00 | $175.00 | Not needed |
Questions
Common questions
Do you prepare individual returns?
NSC focuses on corporate returns and elections. Ask during your consultation if you need a referral.
Can a corporation with no activity skip filing?
Generally no. A corporation files Form 1120 each year even with no income or expenses.
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