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The Hook When you start or transform a business, the legal entity you choose is more than a compliance checkbox. It is the basis of your risk profile, your tax obligations and your ability to attract partners and capital. Two traditional paths prevail: Sole proprietorship or general partnership → Unlimited liability. Your home, your savings, your children's education fund—exposed. Private limited company → Good liability protection, but heavy compliance, mandatory board meeti

Don't let outdated thinking cost you capital. Let's be real. You’ve heard it in the boardroom: private placements are for desperate companies, the paperwork sucks, and your money is stuck forever. All wrong. And in a 2026 market that penalises public volatility, those myths are getting expensive. Here’s what institutional investors and corporate executives really want to know. Myth #1: Private placements are only for struggling companies The Myth: If you can’t go public or g