What are the differences and similarities between a sole-proprietorship, partnership, corporation, and trust?

A sole-proprietorship has one owner who has unlimited liability for the business. A partnership involves two or more people who combine resources for the business and share profits and losses. A corporation is considered to be a separate legal entity from its shareholders. For tax purposes a corporation is a “Person”. A trust or estate … Continue reading What are the differences and similarities between a sole-proprietorship, partnership, corporation, and trust?