Corporations after registration becomes legal entity. Both the partnerships or sole proprietorship are not legally distinct from the owners. Being a legal entity a non-corporate entity do not have to follow the incorpora

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Corporations after registration becomes legal entity. Both the partnerships or sole proprietorship are not legally distinct from the owners. Being a legal entity a non-corporate entity do not have to follow the incorporation process. The income received by sole proprietor is considered as income from personal source and taxes are applicable on the basis of slab rates as per the existing Income Tax Act. A firm which is not registered will not be considered as an illegal association. As per the Partnership Act, 1932 there are some disabilities/limitations attached in case a firm is not registered. Section 69 of Indian Partnership Act, 1932 puts a bar on institution of a suit by an unregistered firm or partners of the firm. In view of the above, answer the following : Point out the difference between the legal and economic status of non-corporate entities with that of corporate entities.

Answer & Explanation:

Corporations are considered as legal persons. Non-corporation companies, such as a partnerships or sole proprietorships have no legal distinction from the owners. This means that owners of such entities do not have the same legal protections as a corporate entity. However, starting a non-corporate entity is easier than a corporate entity, and registering a corporation comes with certain responsibilities. The raising of capital is harder for non-corporations when compared to incorporated entities. Corporations can raise capital through the selling of stock to the public. Corporations can also use such proceeds generated from stock sales to grow the company or pay debt obligations. A non-corporation can rely on an owner investment to provide financing to the company's business activities. If a non-corporate owner does not have suitable credit, that person may not secure loans to finance the operation of the business.

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