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The choice of legal form will depend upon the entrepreneur's marital situation and
assets
, and also, obviously, upon the project (is the entrepreneur setting up a business alone? does the business need substantial investment?) and the business activity envisaged.
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These aspects must be considered with great care, as the various options have different legal,
tax
and social consequences. It is better to be assisted by a legal professional.
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If the entrepreneur intends to set up a small business (for example in addition to working as an employee), auto-entrepreneur [self-employed] status is appropriate. This will mean they are classified as an individual entrepreneur, with less onerous administrative constraints and a simplified operation.
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It is also possible to create a company directly (EURL, SARL, SA or SAS [simplified limited company]). This option is suitable, for example, for those who wish to create a large structure at the outset, and who need an appropriate tax and employment regime.
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The notaire is a preferred adviser on the best legal form to adopt in the light of the entrepreneur's situation and plans.