Tag: Tax Strategy

Series LLCs in Texas: One Return or Many?

Series LLCs in Texas Texas Series LLCs allow asset segregation into “series” under a master LLC, simplifying formations and liability shields. A common question is whether each series must file its own Texas franchise-tax report or if the master LLC can file just one consolidated return. Relevant Tax & Code References Texas Tax Code §171.101 […]

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Total Revenue vs. Cost-of-Goods: Picking the Best Texas Margin Method

Total Revenue vs. Cost-of-Goods Texas franchise tax is based on a business’s margin, but there are four distinct ways to calculate it. Choosing the method that minimizes your taxable margin can save you thousands. In this post, we’ll compare: Total Revenue × 70% Total Revenue − Cost-of-Goods Sold (COGS) Total Revenue − Compensation Total Revenue […]

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