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Level 2
February 22, 2022
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state return schedule k1

  • February 22, 2022
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Hi, I have a new LLC ithat does pure online mobile app services with zero revenue last year . The llc is set up in delware , but i'm living in virginia. I'm doing a schedule k1 now, but i'm bit confused if i should still file a state return? because no businesses were conducted in the state i'm living or other states beuause operation hsn't begin yet plus it's pure online.  thank you

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Level 15
February 22, 2022

If for your LLC, operations have not yet started in 2021 and your LLC has no income or expenses then you do not file to file a Federal tax return (form 1065). So there is no form 1065 or Schedule K-1 to file.

 

You are not required to file a Delaware tax return either.

 

But Delaware imposes a flat $300 tax on LLCs which must be paid by June 1.

 

 

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Level 2
February 22, 2022

thank you well i have revenue but there are expenses, so i'm fuling a schedule k1. so even i start having revenues but i live in virginia, i still don't have to file state return since the llc is established in delaware, is that correct?

Level 10
February 23, 2022

No, that is not correct.   If your business is a single-member LLC then your business for tax purposes is considered a disregarded entity as the taxes are paid through your personal return.   Because you live in Virginia and I assume you conduct your business in Virginia the income from the business is reported on your Virginia return.  

 

If you are a multi-member LLC, then the business is considered a partnership.   A Partnership informational return Form 1065 is prepared and the partners will receive a Schedule K-1.    Each partner then reports their share of the profits/losses on their individual Form 1040.   Thus requiring the reporting of the income on your Virginia State Return.

 

Simply because you have formed and registered your business in Delaware does not mean it eliminates you from filing a state tax return.   

 

 

Level 2
February 23, 2022

My first question is if you have filed a business return for this before?  If not, a K1 is not always needed.  You can do a Schedule C for the business if it is simple expenses and income, and your LLC is one owner.

Mike9241
Level 15
Level 15
February 23, 2022

does your LLC have members other than yourself? only multimember LLC's file form 1065 or S-corp if that's elected. single-member LLC items are reported directly on Schedule C.

 

Mike9241