C Corporation

What is C-Corp? Definition, requirements, and how it applies to your business formation. Learn everything about c corporation for LLCs and corporations.

# C Corporation

A C Corporation (C-Corp) is a legal entity that is separate from its owners, offering the strongest liability protection and the ability to issue multiple classes of stock. C-Corps face double taxation — profits are taxed at the corporate level (21% federal rate) and again when distributed as dividends to shareholders.

Why It Matters

C-Corps are the preferred structure for venture-backed startups because they can issue preferred stock, accommodate unlimited shareholders, and provide the governance framework investors expect. Every company on the NYSE and NASDAQ is a C-Corp.

How Lovie Helps

Lovie streamlines C-Corp incorporation in Delaware and Wyoming, including bylaws drafting, initial board resolutions, and stock issuance — the full package founders need before their first fundraise.

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