C-corporation

A term used to distinguish the type of legal entity from other types of corporations, etc. This legal entity is a separate legal entity from its owners and has its profits taxed separately from its owners under sub-chapter C of the Internal Revenue Code.

Business license

Also referred to as a business privilege license.  A permit issued by government agencies (state or local) that allows individuals or companies to conduct business within the government’s geographical jurisdiction. It is the authorization to start a business...