New Business Formation Consulting in Winston-Salem

Start Smart with CPA-Guided Business Setup

Launching a new business is exciting — but getting the financial and legal structure right from day one can make all the difference in your long-term success. At Paul, Cox & Todd PLLC, our new business formation consulting services help entrepreneurs across Winston-Salem and the Piedmont Triad start with confidence, clarity, and compliance.

We go beyond the basics of business registration. Our CPAs guide you through the critical early decisions like entity selection, tax structure, accounting setup, and cash flow planning, so you can build a strong foundation for growth.

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Our New Business Formation Services

Choosing the right entity type is one of the most important decisions a new business owner will make. We explain the pros and cons of each option, considering liability protection, taxation, ownership structure, and future goals.

Whether you’re launching a sole proprietorship, partnership, LLC, or corporation, we’ll guide you to the structure that offers the best long-term benefits and aligns with your business strategy.


As Winston-Salem CPAs, we combine deep local knowledge with big-picture financial insight. We understand North Carolina business regulations, local tax incentives, and the unique challenges faced by small and mid-sized companies in the Triad.



When you start your business with us, you gain a long-term advisory partner — one who can grow with you through every stage, from your first hire to your first expansion.

Building Stronger Businesses Through

Trusted Financial Guidance

The The tax services that we offer include but are not limited to the following:

S-Corporations

  • Form 1120S
  • K-1’s for shareholders
  • Shareholder basis calculations
  • Employment tax compliance
  • Tax planning
  • Retirement planning

C-Corporations

  • Form 1120
  • Employment tax compliance
  • Tax planning
  • Retirement planning

Partnerships

  • Form 1065
  • K-1’s for partners
  • Partner basis calculations
  • Employment tax compliance
  • Tax planning
  • Retirement planning

Limited Liability Companies

  • A Limited Liability Company (LLC) being a state designation does not have a specific tax return. Depending on the tax treatment that you have chosen for your LLC, we have extensive experience in preparing the appropriate income tax return.
  • Employment tax compliance

Tax exempt Organizations

  • Form 990
  • Form 990-EZ
  • Form 990N
  • Employment tax compliance


A Partner You Can Rely On

We measure success by the confidence our clients feel when they have a clear picture of their finances. Whether you need a single service or a full accounting package, our Winston-Salem CPAs offer the expertise and reliability that help businesses grow and individuals plan with peace of mind.

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