Small Business Tax Preparation in University District, OH
University District small business owners face a tax filing situation that depends entirely on entity type: sole proprietors file Schedule C on their personal 1040, single-member LLCs file the same way unless they elect S-corp, multi-member LLCs file Form 1065 partnership returns, S-corps file Form 1120-S with K-1s to owners, and C-corps file Form 1120. We handle all four — plus the bookkeeping cleanup that often has to happen first.
Serving University District, Franklin County · 4 miles from our Morse Rd office (~9 min drive)
Schedule C: from $250
University District · Columbus Metro
Why this Small Business Tax Preparation page is written for University District
University District sits in Columbus Metro, home to Ohio State University, Nationwide Insurance, JPMorgan Chase operations, and the rapidly growing Intel Ohio One semiconductor campus in Licking County. Franklin County, where University District is located, is a substantial Ohio community with established county-level document and vital records services.
Across Columbus Metro, the tax filings we see most often are mixed-status household returns, ITIN applications, prior-year corrections, and small-business Schedule C filings for new entrepreneurs. University District families work with us to assemble accurate ITIN packets, proper dependent identification, and consistent address history across federal and Ohio state returns.
a community where Somali, Arabic, Spanish, French, and Nepali are spoken every day across schools, workplaces, and houses of worship — and University District, with a population near 30,000, reflects that mix in its schools, workplaces, and houses of worship.
COTA bus service connects the metro, but most appointments require driving — most clients reach our office via I-71, I-270, or Cleveland Ave. From University District (ZIP 43210), the trip is roughly 4 miles each way.
University District is about 4 miles from our Morse Rd office — typically a 9-minute drive. Most returns are completed in a single visit; ITIN packets sometimes need a quick follow-up for original-document return. We also serve families across the rest of Columbus Metro, where many of our University District clients have relatives, coworkers, and shared community ties.
Our University District clients commonly include families served by Columbus City Schools.
Small Business Tax Preparation for University District Residents
University District 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
Schedule C / Form 1065 / 1120-S / 1120 preparation
K-1 generation for partners and S-corp shareholders
Year-end bookkeeping cleanup before tax filing
Ohio Commercial Activity Tax (CAT) compliance
Reasonable compensation analysis for S-corp owners
1099-NEC preparation for contractors paid $600+
Entity type review (should you elect S-corp?)
Pricing
Schedule C: from $250. Form 1065 (partnership): from $550. Form 1120-S (S-corp): from $650. Form 1120 (C-corp): from $700.
Turnaround
3–7 business days after we receive complete bookkeeping. Returns with bookkeeping cleanup add 1–2 weeks.
What to Bring
Getting to Our Office from University District
Distance
4 miles
Drive Time
~9 minutes
From
Columbus Metro
From University District, 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
Should my LLC be taxed as an S-corp?+
For LLC owners earning $60,000+ in net profit, S-corp taxation often saves on self-employment tax — but it adds payroll requirements and a separate tax return. The break-even analysis depends on your specific profit, reasonable compensation requirement, and Ohio state factors. We run the numbers for you before recommending an election.
When is the business tax deadline?+
Form 1065 (partnership) and 1120-S (S-corp) are due March 15. Form 1120 (C-corp) and Schedule C (sole prop/single-member LLC) are due April 15. We can file Form 7004 for a 6-month automatic extension on entity returns. Ohio CAT returns have their own schedule.
Do I need to send 1099s to my contractors?+
Yes, if you paid any unincorporated contractor (sole prop, partnership, single-member LLC) $600+ during the year for services. Forms 1099-NEC are due to recipients and the IRS by January 31. We prepare and e-file 1099s as part of our small business tax service.
How far is your office from University District?+
Our office at 3185 Morse Rd, Suite 15, Columbus is approximately 4 miles from University District — typically a 9-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 University District residents owe school district income tax?+
If you live within the Columbus City Schools boundary, you may owe Ohio school district income tax on top of federal and Ohio IT-1040 state tax. The SD-100 return is filed alongside your Ohio return. We handle all three (federal, state, school district) as part of standard tax preparation.
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University District Small Business Tax Filing — From Sole Prop to S-Corp
One office handles your business return, K-1s, 1099s, and Ohio CAT. Walk in to our University District-area location.
3185 Morse Rd, Ste 15, Columbus, OH 43231 · Mon–Sat 10am–6pm · Sun 10am–4pm