Disadvantages of sole trade by keypoint The sole trader bears risks alone. He bears all losses alone. No room for expansion because of his limited capital The death of the sole trader may lead to the end of the business. The business is not a legal entity. Others are Viewing: Advantages of Sole Trade SOLE PROPRIETORSHIP Disadvantages of Small Scale Retail Trade Disadvantages of Partnership DisAdvantages of Co-operatives DisAdvantages of Limited Liability Company REASONS WHY THERE ARE MANY SMALL SCALE RETAIL TRADE IN WEST AFRICA