Florida Business Knowledge Base
What are some of the best universities for business in Florida? I am looking to transfer somewhere in Florida for school and I'd like to know if anyone could help me out if they know what some of the most reputable universities/best undergraduate programs in Florida for business are. My major is accounting. Any help is much appreciated, thanks!
How could I convince a business that Florida is the best state to move to? I am trying to come up with ideas for a paper. A business is moving from California and they are trying to decide between Florida, Georgia, and North Carolina. I am trying to convince them why Florida would be the best choice. I have some ideas, but I am trying to come up with as many reasons as possible. Help Please? Rob S, I live in St. Augustine too, small world, lol. Thanks for you answer.
What are the advantages of starting a small business in Florida? More specifically and import business. I am currently located in Massachusetts and I need to know the advantages of being in Florida aside from being closer to my market. I.E Tax breaks. Please be specific and reference any laws or regulations if possible. Thank you so much!
How to Start a Scooter rental Business in Florida ? Im looking into Starting a scooter rental Business here in Florida, Where should I start ? 2nd question would I get wholesale prices with scooter companies like Buddy scooters if I only rent the scooters ? Thanks
I want to raffle off my business in Florida? I own a Deep Sea Charter Fishing business in Florida that I want to sell and thinking about setting up a raffle where the grand prize is the entire business and donate all net proceeds to charity. Has anyone ever tried this or can provide any information on it I know there are legal steps to follow and going through a non-profit organization seems to be key.
How can I cultivate business for a Process Server in Florida? My husband and I have started a process serving business in Central Florida. After becoming licensed,we've visited over 200 attorney's offices in the last three weeks with fliers, cards, etc. I've followed up with an individual email to each office manager. So far, we've had two phone calls. Does anyone have any ideas on how to make the phone rings? BTW, I have a website up and running and our pricing in commensurate with the area.
If I had to choose a college in Florida with an excellent business program undergrad or grad what would it be? I would like to know what are some top schools in florida for business? As far as a major goes I'm interested in marketing, advertising etc...I have my AA and I am trying to decide on whether or not to go through an accelerated program for Masters at U of Tampa or get my BA and then find a top business school anywhere in the country. Tampa and U of south florida were the only 2 I visited ...any thoughts/info will definitely help! I asked before but I did not find out if Tampa has a good rep or are there others in florida that are just as good if not better? What route would you take?
is a fictitious name registration needed for online only retail business running in florida? more years than i care to remember ago, i had an online business running from my home in florida. when i registered for my tx id number, i was told i did not need to register a fictitious name for my business. (i asked). the store closed and my tax id is no longer valid. now i would like to open an online shop again from my home in miami. but as i do research i am confused by what is necessary for online only business within the state of florida. do i need to register a fictitious name just for a web shop?
I am starting a business from home in Florida? I am starting a business from home. I will be doing virtual assistant, print brokering and website work for churches mostly, printing, mailing services, websites from home (Florida). Do I need a business license? Do I need to incorporate and if so what type should I do?
How to start a security business in Florida? Hi All, I'm planning to start a security company in South Florida. Providing security guard services. Does anyone here have any information on what is required from the State of Florida to start my company? (Such as permit, licenses etc..) Can anyone guide me in the right direction here? Answers will be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
How do you start a business in the state of Florida? Please give me a step-by-step account of how to start a business based in the state of Florida and can operate in all 67 counties. The business in question is a combined land clearing and leveling AND logging company. Also, I need all the advice on securing startup capital (and how to get business loans guaranteed by the SBA), how to get it as a certified woman-owned business, how to get government contracts, how to establish business credit, how to transform this startup into a thriving corporation, and whatever else is necessary. Every practical lead and advice is greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance. :-) I sincerely apologize for not specifying what legal structure I wish to set the business up.I wish to set the business up as a privately-held corporation. Thank you in advance. I want to incorporate as a S corporation.
how to start a scrapbook business in Florida? I would like to open my own scrapbook and stamping in Debary, FL, but it does not seem like it is in big demand down here in central Florida. I figured with all there is to do down here, there is sooo much to scrapbook and stamp. Where do I go to do some research on this to see if it is worth opening a store?
How do I setup a business in the state of Florida? I want to setup my website as a legal business in the state of Florida? I am an individual and this will be a one person operation. How would I go about doing this and what are the legal requirements? P.S. I live in Clearwater which is next to Tampa. The county is Pinellas.
How do you start an eldercare business in Florida? My friend told me she wants to devote the rest of her life to businesses catering to all aspects of eldercare and even to start an Assisted Living Facility. She has 20 years of experience in health care and management. I want to jump on the bandwagon as well, but I have no paid experience in health care (but I am volunteering for Hospice, American Red Cross, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, and Alzheimer's Project been involved since my junior year of high school back in 2001) but I do have business experience (managerial and financial). I am also finishing my B.S. in Business Administration (concentration in finance) and completed a pre-medical curriculum. If accepted to medical school, I want my residency to be either geriatrics or pediatrics and to also take a fellowship in integrative medicine. Your help will be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance.
How do I calculate the payroll expenses for my small business in Florida.? I am at the early stage of developing a business plan and trying to complete my cash flow projections. What are the rates to apply on top of my payroll for Social Security (FICA), Medicare, Unemployement Tax, Work Comp insurance? Please feel free to mention any item I forgot. My whole monthly payroll will be around $5000. At this point I am only looking for a rough estimate, although I don't want to under-estimate. Thanks in advance for your help.
Guaranteed Health Insurance for Small Business - Florida? I just became self employed this year. I saw Florida has open enrollment for the month of August (which is almost over) for small businesses. Would I qualify for this program? All of my tax documents from last year show I was not self employed. Also - when we last applied for insurance my husband was denied because of his weight. He has since lost a lot of weight. I'm not sure how this would impact anything but wanted to mention it.
Best place in South Florida to start a Small Business IT Consulting Company? I am thinking of starting another SMB Consulting practice in South East Florida. We recently sold our Managed Services company and we are moving to take a couple years off. I know the itch is going to need scratched (to start another venture) so I would like to move to an area where there are lots of small businesses (not mom and pop cuban pizza delivery operations like in Doral). For any who know the areas and a little about being an IT consultant, where would you suggest if you were planning another startup?
how to get a business license in Florida? i am interested in starting a small business out of my garage installing car audio. i live in Jacksonville Florida. what all do i need to do to get a business license and what else do i need other than that. thank you!
what would be the best business to open in miami, florida? i want to move to miami, florida. what would be the best business to open there. keep in mind that i want to make good money. i am not saying that i want to be filthy rich. eventhou that would be very nice. im just saying i want to be able to have that nice house a couple kids and a wife. i want to be able to buy almost anything that i want when i want it. and im not a greedy person so i dont plan on buying everything.
How do to payroll for a small business in Florida? Need answers from accountants or payroll professionals please. I don't need to know any tax rates. I should have the following deductions: Social Security Medicare Federal Tax Federal Unemployment State Unemployment (SUI) Is this correct????? How often do I send a liability check to the State and Federal??? Monthly for each??? What tax forms do I have to fill out and when?? Thanks, any help is appreciated.
Where is the best place to live, have a family, and own a business in Florida? I wish to move somewhere in Florida later in my life. However, several areas that I looked at turned me off by the crime and uncomfortable living standards. Others seem just too populated. I am looking for an answer from a true Floridian or someone who knows their Florida geography and demographics and experiance because this move will be a major change in my life. Thanks.
How do I license a business in Florida? Hi All, I am starting a lawn care service here in Tampa,Fl. How do I go about licensing the business, what are the costs?? And what sort of insurance is required? My goal is to be licensed and insured. I feel a bit clueless so any info will help!!
I need a name for my interior design business in Florida? Some Ideas that I have are Silverleaf designs, accents and elegance, Havens, Refined design. Opinons on these or new ideas would be greatly appreciated. Thoughts on Palazzo Designs or Palazzo Designs which means an impressive private residence in Italian
how do i start a small car rental business in Florida and what insurance providers are they in this field? I want to start a business renting cars to the public and compete with the big car rental companies like enterprise and hertz etc. but I want to start at a very small scale with a few cars, just needs to know where I can start with my research here in florida and where to start, all inputs welcomed, if you know companies that would provide insurance, business licenses that I need and stuff like that, I need all kinds of info. Thanks in advance.
Has anyone ever started a construction business in Florida? My husband would like to start a small construction company in Florida, but he's not sure where to begin. We are financially fine, but would like to do this on the side. It's the field he's been in for life and he has his contractors license already. Thanks so much! what did the first answer mean?
Where do I look for home-based business law for Florida? I'm looking to start a home-based catering business in the future and am wanting to know the laws, rules and regulations for owning and running a catering business from home. I've been on a few state-run websites but maybe I'm overlooking one! Help! Serious answers only please! Thanks! Let me re-iterate my initial statement. It's home-based but on the web. I WON'T have any customers showing up to my home. It's catering;not a restaurant.
How do I get a tax ID in Florida for a online business? I currently sell wallets and handbags on my website www.luxaccessories.net. Right now I pay taxes through my wholesaler, but I want to get my own tax ID and do them myself. I tried to register on irs.gov but it says halfway throught the form that I need my certificate number. I am not sure how to obtain one or get registered with the state since it is an online business. Does anyone have any suggestions?
If I obtain a business license in Florida, what do I do if I move to another state? My partner and I are starting a business, but are planning on moving to another state this summer. We are worried about the business name being used by someone else within that span of time. Should we go through the procedures now, even with an impending out of state move in 3-5 months? What are the procedures for moving a business license state to state? Should we just wait until we become settled? How much will it cost?
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