QUESTION
Can an LLC thats taxed as an S Corp use the Inc. abbreviation in a fictitious business name?
Asked on Mar 31st, 2015 on Business Law - Texas
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Is an LLC thats taxed as an S Corp considered a corporation in a way that it can use the Inc. moniker?
1 ANSWER
No. Whether it is taxed as a corporation or not is a Federal Tax issue. The use of Inc. after a name shows that it is incorporated with the State. Only Corporations can use Inc. in their name. Also you don't use Inc., LLC, Corp, etc. in a fictitious name as it is misleading.
Answered on Apr 22nd, 2015 at 10:20 AM