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answered on Jul 25, 2020
You do not need to ask this question; you need to ask how to find a small business lawyer-before your small business flames out.
answered on Jul 23, 2020
Until you are 18 your are not legally able to enter into any contracts. Period. The reason is because most kids under 18 are not capable of making sound financial decisions and can avoid responsibility if any company allows them to enter into contracts. The only other option is to get someone else... View More 
answered on Jul 10, 2020
If you are going to have any type of business you should incorporate in order to protect your personal assets. Also, you may need certain licenses to operate and you also need to register with the Florida Dept. of Revenue so that you can collect sales tax. Any time you sell something you should... View More
Hello. I am a game developer looking in to publishing my first big indie game. I have about 9 people working for me in the realm of composing music, creating art, and coding the actual game. Once we publish the game we are going to split the profit. We also want to stat a kickstarter.
Now,... View More
answered on Jul 9, 2020
Forming the legal entity itself is not expensive but there are many other matters to be taken care of, not only the agreements between the parties involved in the development process, but also copyrights and more. There are attorneys that specialize in this type of start up and can easily provide... View More
I would like to start a money service business specialized in money transfer overseas. Where do I start?
answered on Jun 11, 2020
The first place to start doing anything in the financial arena as a business is seeking a license to do what you want to do from the Florida Department of Financial Services in Tallahassee. Google them.
You will improve your chances of success in being approved if you hire a very... View More
Also, if I can register it, would I need to register it as an LLC?
answered on May 26, 2020
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I was arrested for possession of a firearm by convicted felon and for growing marijuana. Since then I've been trying to change my life around and I'm looking to start an ATM business. My plan is to purchase the ATM and make money off the surcharges. I heard it's difficult for felons... View More
answered on May 26, 2020
This is an interesting question. As a former operations officer in a commercial bank my educated guess is that ANYONE intending upon stating a new business owning stand-alone ATMs and making money from the (outrageous) fees will have to have some sort of state license to do so; and so the Florida... View More
answered on May 18, 2020
In Florida, a "DBA" or "fictitious name" may be registered for a sole proprietor unless he/she is doing business in their personal name. There are also exemptions for certain licensed professions. Consult with an attorney for specifics.
Dear Professionals,
I registered my LLC with the state of Florida last October, but I have not been able to start running my business properly.
My company status is showing Active and I would like to prevent the status from changing into Inactive.
Given that I have not... View More
answered on May 9, 2020
In order to maintain an "active status" with the Florida Department of State, an annual report must be filed each year for your business entity. More info is available on Sunbiz.org.
I funded the majority of it. We bought a day care. This whole time im begging him to sign a partnership agreement. He has now taken the day care and moved it to a different llc. What should i do?
answered on May 6, 2020
When a Florida LLC doesn't have an operating agreement in place, then there are terms in Section 605 of the Florida Statutes that are provided to address your partner's right to transfer the LLC's property, dissolve the LLC, etc. Speak with an attorney to discuss your specific rights.
I have Transferred 21k to a friend for business opportunity. My friend has played me and will not give my money back. Is it possible to sue him and get my money back? The only evidence I have are through massages.
answered on May 4, 2020
It is possible under a claim for unjust enrichment, which I will post below. The difficult part is where there is no written contract (besides text messages) there is no attorney's fees provisions. Meaning you would likely have to go pay an attorney to go after the 21k and not be able to... View More
I have a Florida registered LLC and plan to begin a YouTube channel under the business name. The channel would be a "how-to" cooking channel. The principle location of the business is in Maryland. Can I deduct the cost of the food and kitchenware I use for the cooking videos?
answered on May 2, 2020
This is not a legal question. It is an accounting question that you should ask of your CPA.
I am making masks for first responders and other essential personnel. We are taking small donations just to purchase more materials to continue making them. We have made hundreds of masks with around 400 dollars in donations. More orders are beginning to come in as the media picked up our story.... View More
answered on Apr 20, 2020
A person or business/nonprofit organization must have a solicitation license before engaging in the solicitation of donations in the state of Florida. If you are soliciting donations/money, you should speak with an attorney for assistance in obtaining this license and to discuss if you would... View More
What is this request referring to/asking for? An address? A state or county? It's unclear.
answered on Apr 9, 2020
I don't know what form (or "request") you are trying to complete, but they are probably asking for the state.
If there's a slip and fall or other issue would I be less protected with a home based business than if I rented a regular business space? Is both the business and the business owner liable whether a slip and fall occurs at home based business or a nonhome based business?
answered on Apr 9, 2020
If you are starting ANY business you should hire a lawyer who has great experience in owning and operating their own small businesses and has consulted with many different kinds of small businesses for decades. The uncertainty you are now feeling will only get worse and worse--until you have a... View More
Using a portion of the same words used in my LLC registration? Or, using the same words but in a different order?
answered on Mar 23, 2020
If the Florida Division of Corporations accepted the name of the other company, you have problem particularly if you do not also have a Florida or Federal trademark registration.
answered on Mar 18, 2020
You would at least need an occupational license from your city or county.
answered on Mar 5, 2020
Either pay the fees and late fees or start a new one entirely. A business attorney can help you based on specifics and details related to your business and why you need or want to reinstate the old one or if you would be better served going in a different and new direction starting anew. The... View More
answered on Feb 14, 2020
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