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What is a sole proprietorship and how to create one
Aug 31, 2026
A sole proprietorship is an unincorporated business owned and run by one person. There is no legal separation between the owner and the business. It's a straightforward and widely used business structure. It often serves as the starting point for freelancers, side hustlers, and new small business owners.
4 mins readAuthorPayPal Editorial Staff