Yes, you must pay it.
Self-Employment tax is your FICA which is taxed regardless of your age or retirement status.
No, it is based on the profit of the business if filing Schedule C.
You might talk with a CPA to explore the option and any of any advantages of changing the business entity to a Corporation.
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