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Starting a Business
Question | Answer |
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Sole trader | A business set up, owned and run by one person, e.g. farmer, chemist |
Private limited company | A business set up by 1–149 people e.g. River Island, Zara. |
Partnership | A business set up, owned and managed by 2–20 people, e.g. doctors, solicitors |
Unlimited liability | If the business goes bankrupt then the person is totally responsible and liable for paying all the debts. |
Continuity of existence | The company continues to operate even if shareholders leave/die. |
Deed of partnership | A written legal contract outlining the conditions of the partnership. |
Shareholders | The people who is an owner in a private limited company. |
Limited liability | The owner cannot be held personally liable for the debts of the company. |
Companies Registration Office- CRO | Where shareholders register their company and send annual returns to. |
Certificate of incorporation | Legal document that brings the company into existence. |