Ohio LLC Tax Return Preparation in Near East, OH
Your Near East LLC's tax filing depends entirely on how it's taxed — and many owners don't realize they have a choice. By default, single-member LLCs file Schedule C on the owner's personal return; multi-member LLCs file Form 1065 partnership returns and issue K-1s. But any LLC can elect S-corp or C-corp taxation by filing Form 2553 or 8832. We file all variants and advise on which makes sense for your business.
Serving Near East Columbus, Franklin County · 5 miles from our Morse Rd office (~11 min drive)
Single-member LLC (Schedule C): from $250
Near East Columbus · Columbus Metro
Why this LLC Tax Return Preparation page is written for Near East Columbus
Columbus Metro tax filers tend to need ITIN preparation, expat returns, multi-state W-2 filings, and ITIN-dependent child tax credit work — and the document trail matters more than the math. Our Franklin County clients receive a complete return walkthrough — line by line — so they understand what was claimed, what was deducted, and why.
Near East Columbus sits in Columbus Metro, driven by financial services, insurance, healthcare, and the new wave of tech investment around the Intel campus and the Columbus Region Logistics Council corridor. Franklin County, where Near East Columbus is located, is a mid-sized Ohio community where most county document services are available locally, though some federal appointments still require driving to the regional field office.
easy I-71 and Route 161 access keeps drive times short from anywhere inside the outerbelt. From Near East Columbus (ZIP 43203), the trip is roughly 5 miles each way.
one of the largest Somali populations in the United States outside Minneapolis, with growing Bhutanese, Burmese, and Latino communities — and Near East Columbus, with a population near 18,000, reflects that mix in its schools, workplaces, and houses of worship.
The 5-mile drive from Near East Columbus (~11 min) makes it practical for an evening or Saturday tax appointment. We also serve families across the rest of Columbus Metro, where many of our Near East Columbus clients have relatives, coworkers, and shared community ties.
LLC Tax Return Preparation for Near East Columbus Residents
Near East Columbus small businesses file federal income tax (Schedule C, Form 1065, 1120-S, or 1120 depending on entity type) plus Ohio Commercial Activity Tax (CAT) if gross receipts exceed $150,000. Many Franklin County businesses also owe local city tax. We coordinate all three layers and handle year-end bookkeeping cleanup before filing.
What We Handle
Single-member LLC: Schedule C on owner Form 1040
Multi-member LLC: Form 1065 partnership return + K-1s
S-corp electing LLC: Form 1120-S preparation
Ohio Commercial Activity Tax (CAT) annual return
Form 2553 S-corp election filing
EIN application (Form SS-4) if needed
Multi-state apportionment for LLCs operating across states
Pricing
Single-member LLC (Schedule C): from $250. Multi-member LLC (Form 1065): from $550 plus $75 per K-1.
Turnaround
3–5 business days from complete records. K-1s issued with the partnership return.
What to Bring
Getting to Our Office from Near East Columbus
Distance
5 miles
Drive Time
~11 minutes
From
Columbus Metro
From Near East Columbus, head toward Columbus and exit onto Morse Rd. Our office is at 3185 Morse Rd, Suite 15 — between Cleveland Ave and I-71. Free on-site parking, walk-ins welcome every day Mon–Sat 10am–6pm, Sun 10am–4pm.
Get turn-by-turn directions on Google Maps →Frequently Asked Questions
My LLC made no money this year. Do I still need to file?+
Yes for multi-member LLCs (Form 1065 is required even with zero activity). For single-member LLCs with no income, Schedule C is not required if you had no gross receipts. Ohio CAT only applies if gross receipts exceed $150,000.
Should I elect S-corp status for my LLC?+
S-corp election can save self-employment tax once your LLC clears about $60,000 in net profit, but it requires running payroll for yourself (with reasonable compensation), filing a separate 1120-S return, and additional administrative work. We model both scenarios using your actual numbers before recommending.
What is Ohio CAT and does my LLC have to pay it?+
Ohio Commercial Activity Tax applies to businesses with taxable gross receipts over $150,000/year. Quarterly filing is required if gross receipts exceed $1 million. The tax rate is 0.26% on receipts above $1 million. Most small LLCs only owe the $150 minimum annual fee, if anything.
How far is your office from Near East Columbus?+
Our office at 3185 Morse Rd, Suite 15, Columbus is approximately 5 miles from Near East Columbus — typically a 11-minute drive. We're on the north side of Columbus between Cleveland Ave and I-71 with free parking. Walk in any day Monday through Saturday 10am–6pm, or Sunday 10am–4pm.
Do Near East Columbus residents owe local city income tax?+
Most Ohio municipalities in Franklin County levy a 1-2% local income tax on residents and on income earned within city limits. We calculate your local tax liability and file the local return alongside your federal and state returns when applicable.
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Ohio LLC Tax Returns Done Right in Near East
Schedule C, Form 1065, or 1120-S — we file every LLC variant. Near East office walk-ins welcome.
3185 Morse Rd, Ste 15, Columbus, OH 43231 · Mon–Sat 10am–6pm · Sun 10am–4pm