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J837 - TA5
Factors to consider when starting up and running an enterprise
Term | Definition |
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Sole Trader | One person who owns and controls their own business but they can employ other people. |
Partnership | Owned by two or more people who are jointly responsible for the business |
Franchise | A business where the owner grants a licence to another business to operate its brand |
Limited liability | A partnership in which the partners are not personally liable for the debt |
Unlimited liability | Where the business owners are liable for all of the debts |
Limited Company | A business owned by shareholders and run by directors |
Private limited company | Only sell shares to family and friends |
Public limited companies | Sell shares publicly on the open market |
Source of capital | Sources of income for a business |
Revenue stream | Sources of finance; Where the money is coming from |
Owners Savings | Money put into the business by the owner |
Business Angel | A wealthy entrepreneur priovdes the money with a % share of profits |
Grants | Start up grants available from banks, charities or the government |
Crowdfunding | When groups of investors join together to fund a project |
Friends and Family | Common source of finance but offers risks to personal relationships |
Loan | Long term source of finance offered by banks |
Capital | The money needed to start or expand a business |
Deed | A legal document that is signed, especially one regarding the ownership of of the business |
Support for Enterprise | Places to find help with your business |
Local council enterprise department | Help from the local council to give you advice and support |
Accountants | Experts in finance that can support with taxes and money advice |
Solicitors | Experts in legal issues that offer advice with things like copyright and data protection |
Chamber of Commerce | A group that helps local businesses with with resources and community engagement. |
Government support | Help for businesses from the government with grants, tax incentives, training programs, and advice |
Charities | Free help with advice on various aspects such as fundraising, marketing and community engagement |