A C Corporation is the standard, default corporate structure in the United States. It offers strong legal protections, flexible ownership options, and is the only business type that allows for unlimited shareholders and venture capital funding. Whether you’re a startup planning to raise money or a growing business ready to scale, a C-Corp may be the right foundation.
A C Corporation is a legal business entity that exists separately from its owners (shareholders). It is governed by a board of directors and subject to corporate taxation. Unlike S-Corps or LLCs, C-Corps are taxed at the corporate level, and shareholders pay taxes on dividends — a structure known as “double taxation.”
Despite this, C-Corps remain the entity of choice for high-growth businesses, especially those seeking outside investors.
Your personal assets are protected from business debts and lawsuits.
No restrictions on number or type of shareholders — including foreign investors.
C-Corps can issue multiple classes of stock and attract institutional investment.
Ability to offer employee stock options and equity compensation plans.
A C-Corp continues to exist even if the founders leave or sell their shares.
Forming a C Corporation is ideal for:
Forming your C Corp with us is simple:
Choose your state, name, and basic company details using our simple questionnaire.
We prepare and file your Articles of Incorporation and other required forms.
You’ll receive digital copies of your approved documents for your records.
Add your EIN, custom bylaws, and more — tailored to your needs.
Let’s make your C Corp official and compliant with the right package for you.
At Doc Prep Heroes, we provide a smooth and accurate filing experience designed for serious founders. Here’s what we include:
Please note: State filing fees are not included in our service price and vary by state.
File a C Corporation online today starting at $55 + state fees.
Unlike LLCs or sole proprietorships, C Corporations must follow certain formalities to stay in compliance. These include:
We offer optional tools and document kits to help you manage these tasks properly.
| Feature | C Corporation | LLC |
|---|---|---|
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Taxation |
Double taxation |
Pass-through (by default) |
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Ownership |
Unlimited shareholders |
Members only (limited flexibility) |
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Investor-friendly |
Yes, ideal for raising capital |
Not ideal for venture capital |
|
Formality requirements |
High (meetings, records, reports) |
Low to moderate |
|
Stock issuance |
Multiple classes of stock allowed |
Not applicable |
If you have more questions, please contact us.
The C Corporation is the oldest and one of the most common business structures, and is typically what comes to mind when the average person hears the word "corporation". It provides the greatest level of separation and protection between the company and its owners, and allows the company to raise capital through the issuance of publicly traded stock.
One of the C Corporation's greatest strengths as a structure is that it typically has no requirements regarding who can become part of its ownership. However, a few states do require that an individual be at least 18 years of age to officially become an owner.
C Corporations and their owners are taxed separately from one another, which results in "double taxation". This means that the corporation will be taxed on its profits and then each individual owner will be taxed again on the income distributed to them at a personal level. Filing as an S corp can help business owners avoid this, but will also open them up to paying self-employment taxes.
Most states only require one director in order to start a C Corporation. However, some states impose a minimum number based on the number of shareholders the company has. This required number is typically never lower than three and there is no maximum limit.
C Corporations and their owners are taxed separately from one another, which results in "double taxation". This means that the corporation will be taxed on its profits and then each individual owner will be taxed again on the income distributed to them at a personal level. Filing as an S corp can help business owners avoid this, but will also open them up to paying self-employment taxes.
If you’re planning to build a scalable, investor-ready business, a C-Corp offers the structure, credibility, and legal protection you need. Doc Prep Heroes handles the paperwork, so you can focus on building your business.
Start your C-Corp formation today — fast, accurate, and affordable.
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