Real ChatGPT answer · index seednfns7Ys2hvQcompleteCareers and HR · freelancinginformational

I am sixty-two and recently retired from corporate life, but I want to do some freelance consulting. Should I set myself up as a single-member LLC or just remain a sole proprietor for tax purposes?

ChatGPTgpt-62 queries11/1/2026
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I am sixty-two and recently retired from corporate life, but I want to do some freelance consulting. Should I set myself up as a single-member LLC or just remain a sole proprietor for tax purposes?
2 real searches · 1 real-search pass
IRS single member LLC default tax classification Schedule C self employment tax 2026Google ↗
OBSERVEDDefinition
Washington state LLC formation annual report fee business licensing official 2026Google ↗
OBSERVEDInstruction

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Searches and sources

ChatGPT2 real searches · gpt-6
IRS single member LLC default tax classification Schedule C self employment tax 2026 Google ↗
Washington state LLC formation annual report fee business licensing official 2026 Google ↗

Queries

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IRS single member LLC default tax classification Schedule C self employment tax 2026
OBSERVED
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Washington state LLC formation annual report fee business licensing official 2026
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