There are structural advantages to keeping it a C corp (ie when raising money). LP and LLC have no real conception of shares in the same was as the C corp Mon

There are structural advantages to keeping it a C corp (ie when raising money). LP and LLC have no real conception of shares in the same was as the C corp Money in an IRA is still retirement money (not cash in hand) -- you have to pay tax if you want to get the money this year Meals are 100% deductible if you are working -- read irs publication 15b on fringe benefits For the cars, you can also opt for the 50 cent per mile deduction (useful in high mileage situations)