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What are the pros and cons of having a sole proprietorship?

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What are the pros and cons of having a sole proprietorship?

There are several pros and cons to every business entity. Let us discuss them.

Pros:

  • The sole proprietorship is the easiest business entity to form.
  • You would not have to file any audited accounts or file annual returns with the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA).
  • It is most suitable for a small business owner as it only involves a single owner.
  • Profits are treated as income, so they are taxed at the personal income tax rate.
  • You can quickly close or wind up your business.
  • Foreigners can also apply for sole- proprietorship in Singapore; however, they have to appoint a representative who is a Singaporean resident.

Cons:

  • The Sole owner is entirely liable for his business and needs to bear all the debts and losses solely.
  • He may face limited choices in getting funds from banks.
  • He is also restricted from selling stocks of his business to investors to raise funds.

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