What is a Disregarded Entity?

A disregarded entity is an entity that is not considered separate from its owner for US tax purposes. 

One common example in the US is a single member LLC that has not elected to be treated as a corporation for tax purposes. 

Disregarded entities generally do not need to file their own, distinct tax returns with their tax jurisdiction, though they often are considered separate entities for legal purposes.

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