Greg and Samantha plan to establish a business in which they will both materially participate. They are both in the 35% marginal tax bracket. Although they expect the business to be very successful in the long-run, they project losses of approximately $100,000 for each of the first five years. Due to potential environmental concerns, limited liability is very important for the owners. Which form of business entity should they select considering both tax and nontax factors?
A) General partnership
B) C corporation
C) S corporation
D) It makes no difference; any of the above should satisfy Greg and Samantha.

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S corporation has both limited liability and pass-through of losses

Greg and Samantha Plan to Establish a Business in Which