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Your best alternatives would be either a LLC or an "S" corp. If you choose an LLC, you can still elected to be taxed as an "S" corp - which you will want to do for tax purposes.

Persoanlly, I think the "S" corp. structure is a little simpler (less paperwork to start).

Start by gettingan EIN (emplyee identification number) from the IRS.

Toy can register your corp. on-line yourself in Florida at: www.sunbiz.org

Hi

You got some good advice from the others, one thing. The first post advised you to get the EIN from the IRS then register. You do it the other way around. How can a entity that has not been created get an EIN? From the entity then go online to the IRS.
I do agree about the s-corp being a good vehicle. LLCs aregreat in the correct place. An LLC is basically a partnership structure. Some Attorney I work with see big problemson the horizon for single member LLCs. ( The IRS considers them disregaurded entities) Some have already seen problems in the protection area. You and your wife may be considered on if FL is a community proprty state.
Corps havemore required paperworkbut it really is no problem to keep up. Look at www.about-small-business.com, it is pretty basic not fancy, but has some good info andnot selling you anything. You can form one yourself or ue a service, Good Luck!