Proprietary Company Flashcards
(10 cards)
Number of owners
1-50
Liability of owners
Limited
Distribution of profits
Dividends to shareholders
Transfer of ownership
Yes
Separate legal entity
Yes
Continuity of existance
Yes
Ability to raise capital from the public
No
Regulations
- Corporations Act
- GST Laws
- Business Names Act
Advantages
- Separate legal entity
- Limited liability for shareholders
- Can raise more capital
- Can transfer ownership
- Professional management employed
- Continuous existence
Disadvantages
- Highly regulated
- Separation of ownership and control
- Cost of set up and maintenance