Form 5E (IC-048) Wisconsin Election by an S Corporation Not to Be Treated as a Tax-Option Corporation - Wisconsin

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Form 5E (IC-048) Wisconsin Election by an S Corporation Not to Be Treated as a Tax-Option Corporation - Wisconsin

What Is Form 5E (IC-048)?

This is a legal form that was released by the Wisconsin Department of Revenue - a government authority operating within Wisconsin. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.

FAQ

Q: What is Form 5E?
A: Form 5E is a Wisconsin election form.

Q: What is the purpose of Form 5E?
A: The purpose of Form 5E is for an S Corporation to elect not to be treated as a tax-option corporation in Wisconsin.

Q: What is an S Corporation?
A: An S Corporation is a type of business structure that allows the company's income to pass through to the shareholders, avoiding double taxation.

Q: What is a tax-option corporation?
A: A tax-option corporation, also known as a "S Corporation electing to be taxed like a C Corporation," is a corporation that has chosen to be taxed like a regular C Corporation.

Q: Who needs to file Form 5E?
A: An S Corporation in Wisconsin that wants to elect not to be treated as a tax-option corporation needs to file Form 5E.

Q: What does it mean to elect not to be treated as a tax-option corporation?
A: Electing not to be treated as a tax-option corporation means that the S Corporation will not be taxed like a regular C Corporation and instead, the income will pass through to the shareholders.

Q: Is there a deadline for filing Form 5E?
A: Yes, there is a deadline for filing Form 5E. The form must be filed no later than the due date for the S Corporation's Wisconsin franchise or income tax return.

Q: Are there any fees associated with filing Form 5E?
A: No, there are no fees associated with filing Form 5E.

Q: Can I change my election after filing Form 5E?
A: No, once you have filed Form 5E and elected not to be treated as a tax-option corporation, you cannot change your election.

Q: What should I do if I made a mistake on Form 5E?
A: If you made a mistake on Form 5E, you should file an amended Form 5E as soon as possible to correct the error.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about Form 5E?
A: For more information about Form 5E, you can contact the Wisconsin Department of Revenue.

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Form Details:

  • Released on July 1, 2021;
  • The latest edition provided by the Wisconsin Department of Revenue;
  • Easy to use and ready to print;
  • Quick to customize;
  • Compatible with most PDF-viewing applications;

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