Founding as a dadpreneur
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Starting as a dadpreneur
Have you always wanted to be your own boss and start your own business as a dadpreneur? Then we are the right choice for you. We can help you set up your company easily, affordably and with a minimum of red tape.
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When you start your own business, there are a number of things you need to consider. We will show you the most important aspects of setting up a sole proprietorship, limited liability company or joint-stock company.
Sole proprietorship
The sole proprietorship requires few regulations. It is perfect if you want to give your ideas free rein and build your own personal dadpreneur business. You should be aware of the following, however.
Necessary capital
A sole proprietorship does not require a certain minimum capital.
Company name
Please note that your family name must be included in the company name of a sole proprietorship: for example, 'Kunst-Café Meyer' or 'Müller Maler'.
Entry in the commercial register
In principle, you are only required to register a sole proprietorship in the commercial register if your turnover exceeds CHF 100,000. However, we recommend that you do so in any case, as the commercial register extract can be useful to you again and again. For example, when opening a bank account, post office box or telephone connection and in international trade.
Withdrawing funds from the pension fund
If you wish to withdraw your pension fund assets, you must be able to credibly demonstrate your self-employment to the relevant compensation office. To do this, you must complete the attached AHV form and list any evidence you have. This could include, for example, the following:
- Three offers sent to potential customers
- Three invoices already issued to customers
- Your business plan
We also recommend that you create a nice dossier with all the required forms and documents, which you can enclose with the application for the pension fund withdrawal. If possible, you can personally make an appointment with the relevant authority and introduce yourself. Experience shows that this leads to more trust and a greater chance of success.
Limited Liability Company
Have you decided on the legal form of a GmbH? We will show you what you need to consider when setting up a company and what regulations apply.
Necessary capital
To set up a GmbH, you need a minimum capital of CHF 20,000. However, as a dadpreneur in a GmbH, you are not considered self-employed under AHV law because you are employed in your own company under an employment contract. For this reason, you cannot withdraw pension fund assets to set up a GmbH.
Number of shareholders
The LLC requires at least one shareholder and one managing director. You can fill both positions at the same time. However, you must note that the managing director must be resident in Switzerland and have signatory powers.
Auditors
An audit is mandatory for a GmbH if you have 10 or more employees. According to the Swiss Code of Obligations (Art. 727), the GmbH is subject to the ordinary audit if it exceeds two of the following values during two consecutive years:
- 250 full-time positions
- CHF 40 million turnover
- CHF 20 million balance sheet total
Public certification and entry in the commercial register
The formation of a LLC is completed by entry in the commercial register. Registration is therefore mandatory. The shareholders or owners of the share capital are entered in the commercial register by name.
VAT liability
If you set up a GmbH, it is only liable for VAT from a turnover of CHF 100,000. However, it is possible to opt for VAT liability at a lower turnover.
Public limited company
If you want to set up and manage a public limited company, you are bound by a number of obligations. We will explain the most important points below.
Necessary capital
To found a stock corporation, you need a minimum capital of CHF 100,000, of which at least CHF 50,000 must be paid up. The other half can be paid in the form of a contribution in kind. As with the formation of a limited liability company, you cannot withdraw pension fund assets due to AHV law when setting up a stock corporation.
Shareholders and members of the board of directors
At least one shareholder and one director are required in the company limited by shares. You can hold both positions at the same time if you do not want to have any partners or co-founders in your company limited by shares for the time being. It should be noted that at least one director authorized to sign must be resident in Switzerland.
Auditors
You must appoint a state-authorized auditor when you set up your corporation. The auditors must submit a management report to the board of directors every year.
Public notarization and entry in the commercial register
When a joint-stock company is founded, entry in the commercial register is mandatory after the public notarization and approval of the statutes. Only the names of the members of the board of directors are published in the commercial register, not those of the shareholders.
Shareholders' agreement
A shareholders' agreement is worthwhile if several shareholders have a stake in your company. This can create clarity on aspects that are not regulated by law and are not included in the statutes. We support you in drawing up a shareholders' agreement.
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Sole proprietorship: Why set up a sole proprietorship?
Depending on your business idea, a sole proprietorship may be the best way for you to start your own business as a dadpreneur. Basically, after the steps in the preparation phase, you just have to decide whether you want to set up your business with or without an early withdrawal of pension fund assets. We will take care of everything else for you.
Withdrawal from pension fund
Have you decided to withdraw pension fund assets for your self-employment? We are happy to support you in setting up your business with an advance withdrawal from your pension fund so that you can concentrate on the essentials.
No advance withdrawal from the pension fund
We will help you set up your sole proprietorship without the need for advance withdrawals from your pension fund. This leaves you more time to focus on your core business. Calculate a non-binding offer online here.
LLC: Why set up a limited liability company?
To found a limited liability company, you need a minimum capital of CHF 20,000, which you can finance with a cash or non-cash contribution. We will support you in making the decision through a consultation and then help you with the foundation.
Establishment with cash contribution
When setting up a GmbH with a cash contribution, you pay money into the company by means of a cash deposit or bank transfer. The same applies in the event of a capital increase.
Establishment with contribution in kind
When setting up a limited liability company, it is possible to fully pay up the minimum capital through a contribution in kind. This means that you can cover the share capital by contributing other assets.
PLC: Why set up a public limited company?
Unlike a LLC, a stock corporation allows you to finance a maximum of half of the minimum capital with a contribution in kind. Depending on the funds available to you, you should decide individually, although we can offer you support.
Establishment with cash contribution
A minimum capital of CHF 100,000 is required to found a stock corporation. This can be fully paid up in cash or by bank transfer. Calculate a non-binding offer conveniently online here.
Establishment with contribution in kind
Do you want to contribute part of the share capital as a non-cash contribution? Please note that a minimum of CHF 50,000 must be paid up in cash. We will support you in setting up your company.