A sole proprietorship is a type of business that is treated as an independent legal entity. In simpler terms, a business entity is an organization created by an individual or individuals to conduct business, participate in a trade, or participate in similar activities. There are several types of business entities: sole proprietorship, partnership, LLC, corporation, etc., and the type of entity of a company determines both the structure of that organization and the way in which that company is taxed. Individual owners include professionals, service providers, and retailers who operate on their own account.
While a sole proprietorship is not a legal entity separate from its owner, it is an independent entity for accounting purposes. Financial activities of the company (e.g., once you decide to establish a company, a primary consideration is the type of business entity that will be created). In making your decision, tax and liability issues, director and property concerns, and state and federal obligations related to the type of entity should be taken into account. You should also consider the personal and staff needs and the needs of your particular type of business.
