Although it may be sensible to incorporate when considering issues of liability it may not be advantageous if your business is not yet operating at a break even point.

A loss earned in a corporation cannot be transferred to its shareholders. On the other hand, owners of a sole-proprietorship or partnership may be able to deduct losses incurred against other sources of income or against future earnings for purposes of taxation.

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