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What is one person company?

One Person Company One Person Company (OPC) is a type of company that can be formed with only one person as its member or shareholder. It introduce in the Companies Act, 2013 to encourage small business owners and entrepreneurs to start their own companies with limited liability protection. A OPC has a separate legal identity… Read More »

Memorandum of Association: Is MoA and AoA required for OPC?

Memorandum of Association     The Memorandum of Association (MoA) outlines the company’s objectives and the scope of its activities. It specifies the primary, incidental, ancillary, and other objects of the company. Additionally, it includes important details such as the company’s name, registered office address, and authorized share capital. On the other hand, the Articles… Read More »

Who should file an MSME form-1?

  Who should file an MSME Form-1 As per the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (MSMED) Act, 2006, all Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) require to file an MSME Form-1. This form is also known as the Udyam Registration Form. The Udyam Registration is a one-time registration process that require for all existing… Read More »

Is one GST registration possible for different businesses?

Is one GST registration possible for different businesses Yes, the GST Act permits businesses to operate multiple businesses, business verticals, and business branches using the same GSTIN. This concept is known as Vertical Business in GST. Under this concept, you have the flexibility to register your various businesses and business branches under a single GST… Read More »

Can I open a Private limited company at my own residence?

Opening a private limited company at home  Starting a business is a significant step, and many entrepreneurs explore various options for setting up their companies. One common question that arises is whether a private limited company can be registered at a residential address. What is a Private Limited Company? A private limited company is a… Read More »

Is it important to register a name if you are a sole proprietor?

Sole Proprietorship Registration In most cases, it is not a legal requirement for a sole proprietor to register their business name. Since It does not consider a separate legal entity from the owner, the business name is typically the same as the owner’s name. However, if the owner wishes to use a business name different… Read More »

What are the advantages and disadvantages of being a sole proprietor vs a corporation?

Sole Proprietorship and Corporation   Sole proprietorship and corporation, are two common business structures with their own advantages and disadvantages. Here are some of the advantages and disadvantages of being a Sole proprietorship and corporation Advantages of a Sole Proprietorship: Easy to start: A sole proprietorship is relatively easy and inexpensive to start since there… Read More »

What is sole proprietorship?

Sole proprietorship  A sole proprietorship is the simplest and frequently chosen type of business ownership. It is an unincorporated business owned and operated by one individual, where there is no legal distinction between the owner and the business entity. Here’s a comprehensive look at what a sole proprietorship entails: Key Features of a Sole Proprietorship… Read More »

How do I register a company as a sole proprietorship?

How do I register a company as a sole proprietorship Sole proprietorship are not required to be registered with the government. To register a company as a sole proprietorship However, depending on the nature of the business and its operations, there may be certain registrations and licenses that the proprietorship needs to obtain in order… Read More »