If I created an LLC single member in 2023, and then I added my husband as a member of the LLC in 2024, do I have to file a 1065?

[ggonzalez120]

I created an LLC single member in 2023 and I requested an EIN as a single member of a LLC, and I included the company in my schedule C and in the tax returns 2023. In 2024, I added my husband to the LLC with the state of Florida, and now I do not know if I have to file an 1065. I will be removing my husband from the company this year, and we did not have any income in 2024. What are the best options in this case?

[PatriciaV]

Technically by adding your husband as a member of your SMLLC, you created a partnership, which should file Form 1065. However, if you have no activity to report for the year, you don't need to file a business return. Simply report no income or expense on the Schedule C of your personal return. As long as you are the only member of the SMLLC, you can continue to report this business on Schedule C.