Which Is Best: One C-Corp (Corporation) OR Multiple C-Corps (Corporations)

Which Is Best: One C-Corp (Corporation) OR Multiple C-Corps (Corporations)

Most owners have multiple C-Corps if they have multiple businesses. The more that is separated, the more protection that is offered should one corporation be subject to a lawsuit.

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