Steps for Revoking S Election - Single-Member LLC Returning to Disregarded Entity Status

You're on the right track with your steps, but let me clarify a few things to make sure your transition back to disregarded entity status goes smoothly. First, you need to submit a statement to revoke your S election to the appropriate IRS service center where you file your return. This statement needs to be signed by a person authorized to sign the S corporation's return, and should clearly state your intention to revoke the S election. Second, filing Form 8832 is indeed necessary to elect to be classified as a disregarded entity. However, revoking your S election and filing Form 8832 are two separate steps addressing different issues. The S election revocation terminates your S status (which would otherwise default to C corporation status), while Form 8832 specifically requests treatment as a disregarded entity. I recommend submitting them together to ensure they're processed properly. And yes, definitely check box H on your final 1120-S as this helps flag to the IRS that this is your final S corporation return.

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I've been through the exact same process you're describing, and I had the same concerns about everything being processed correctly. After waiting on hold with the IRS for hours trying to get clarification, I finally discovered Claimyr (https://claimyr.com). Their service got me connected to an actual IRS representative in about 15 minutes instead of the hours I had been waiting. The IRS agent I spoke with confirmed that filing the statement of revocation and Form 8832 together is the safest approach to ensure proper processing. They also advised that checking box H on Form 1120-S is absolutely necessary as it flags your return for proper processing. If you want to verify your approach directly with the IRS before filing, I'd highly recommend using Claimyr's service (there's a video showing how it works at https://youtu.be/_kiP6q8DX5c). Getting direct confirmation from the IRS gave me peace of mind that I was handling the revocation correctly.

I have to admit I was completely wrong about Claimyr. After expressing my skepticism, I decided to try it myself since I was getting nowhere with the IRS regarding my own S corporation issue. The service actually worked exactly as described. I was connected to an IRS representative in about 20 minutes after weeks of failed attempts on my own. The agent I spoke with was in the business entity department and provided clear guidance on the proper procedure for revoking an S election. She confirmed that filing Form 8832 simultaneously with the revocation statement is critical to avoid defaulting to C corporation status. She also emphasized the importance of checking box H on the final 1120-S return and recommended attaching a copy of both the revocation statement and Form 8832 to the return as well. This saved me from making a potentially costly mistake in my own situation. Sometimes it pays to be proven wrong!

Just want to add something that nobody has mentioned yet. Make sure your operating agreement and any other legal documents for your LLC are updated to reflect the change in tax status. This bit me when I did this a few years ago - my operating agreement had specific provisions related to being an S corporation that no longer applied after reverting to disregarded entity status. My bank actually flagged this discrepancy when I tried to refinance my business loan, and it created a whole mess I had to clean up. Also, don't forget about state tax filings! Depending on your state, you might need to notify them separately about your change in federal tax classification. Some states automatically follow federal classification, but others require a separate election.

Just a quick tip from someone who's been through this exact process - make sure you keep proof of delivery for all your submissions to the IRS. When I revoked my S election and filed Form 8832 last year, I used certified mail with return receipt for everything. The IRS somehow lost my Form 8832 even though they processed my revocation statement, which initially caused them to classify me as a C corp. Having proof that I submitted everything together saved me months of headaches when I had to call and get it corrected. Also, if you have any EIN verification letter or your original S election acceptance letter from when you first elected S status, include copies of those with your submission. It makes it easier for the IRS to match everything up in their system.

Having just completed this same transition last month, I can confirm that the advice given here is spot-on. I'd strongly recommend certified mail over faxing for these critical documents. The IRS fax system can be unreliable, and you won't have the same level of proof of delivery. One additional consideration that caught me off guard - make sure you understand the timing implications for quarterly estimated taxes. Since you'll be switching from W-2 wages (with withholding) back to self-employment income, you may need to adjust your estimated tax payments for the current year to avoid underpayment penalties. I also discovered that some business credit cards and banking relationships may need to be updated when your tax classification changes. My business credit card company required new documentation showing the change in entity status before they would continue the account under the same terms. The key is really treating this as more than just a tax filing change - it affects multiple aspects of how your business operates administratively. But if you follow the filing sequence everyone has outlined (revocation statement + Form 8832 + checking box H on final 1120-S), the tax side should go smoothly.