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Thinking of choosing a Limited Liability Partnership (LLP)? Here are its key advantages and disadvantages.
Advantages of a LLP
- Limited liability with a flexible partnership structure
- Lower compliance than a company
- No dividend tax; profits can be withdrawn easily
Disadvantages of a LLP
- Cannot raise equity from investors
- Less preferred by VCs than a private limited company
- Higher tax rate than the concessional corporate rate
Is a LLP right for you?
Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) suits businesses that value limited liability with a flexible partnership structure. Weigh this against the trade-offs above and your funding, liability and compliance appetite.
LLP — quick facts
| Entity | Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) |
| Liability | Limited |
| Registration cost | ₹4,000 – ₹12,000 |
| Taxation | Taxed at a flat 30% (plus surcharge and cess); no dividend distribution tax, and partners' remuneration/interest is deductible within limits |
Choosing the right business structure
Your entity choice affects liability, tax, fundraising and compliance. Proprietorships and partnerships are simplest but carry unlimited liability; LLPs and companies offer limited liability, while a private limited company is best for raising equity. Trusts, societies and Section 8 companies suit non-profits. Pick the structure that matches your goals for growth, funding and risk.
More on LLP
- LLP — Registration: Process & Cost
- LLP — Cost of Registration
- LLP — Documents Required
- LLP — Annual Compliance
- LLP — Compliance Checklist
- LLP — How to Close
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