Are you buying a business in South Florida? Buying a business is a very exciting and emotional process. Whether you are getting ready to pursue your dream of owning your own business or expanding your current company, there are many different things that you must consider when entering into such a transaction. If you plan…
The Colombia-US free trade agreement went into effect on May 15, 2012. This should provide lots of opportunities for Colombian entrepreneurs to bring products into the United States. If you are a Colombian business looking to take advantage of the free trade agreement with the United States, contact us now to determine how to…
Many people frequently ask whether it is a good idea to start a brand new business in the middle of a recession. As the recession that started in 2007 continues nearly four years later, entrepreneurs all over the world wonder whether they should go ahead and take the risk or wait until things start…
Florida International University will host the Miami Herald Small Business Seminar on February 24, 2011. For any small business owner or entrepreneur in the South Florida area, this sounds like a great event, where you can get great information from successful entrepreneurs in our area. The event, which starts at 8 am and runs until…
Great news coming out of a Citibank small business survey. The bank asked 188 small businesses in the Miami area and found that 55% of small businesses were optimistic that 2011 would be better for their business than 2010. 30% believed that this year would be the same as last, while a few small businesses…
Ah, corporate credit. I’ve been trying to help a few clients get loans for expansion and inventory needs. It’s been pretty tough. Banks have been very reluctant to lend any type of money, let alone a business loan. I don’t want to discourage anyone from applying for a loan, because it really depends on the…
While a few years ago peer-to-peer lending seemed like a great way to find financing for your small business or start-up, it has yet to replace the banks as the small business’s choice of lender. Peer to peer lending isn’t achieving the growth it attained at its inception, and is still facing much scrutiny from…
Incorporate your Business. File articles of incorporation with the State. Apply for an Employment Identification Number (EIN) for the Corporation Prepare Corporate Bylaws Name at least three corporate directors Hold a Meeting of the Board of Directors Draft a Conflict of Interest Policy Apply for Nonprofit status by filling out IRS Form 1023 (there is…
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