This month, Collier County commissioners approved an East Naples Innovation Zone. It's hoped that the zone will attract economic development to the area, which includes several hundred acres of both developed and vacant land. The commission first approved the use of...
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Things to consider when choosing a domain name for your business
You have a new business. You decided on a name. You've run a trademark search to make sure that it isn't already claimed. Now you have to select a domain name for your website. Just because the name of your business hasn't already been trademarked doesn't mean that...
Tips for starting a successful nonprofit in Florida
The services that nonprofit organizations render to society are priceless. Personal circumstance may inspire you to start your own to make a difference in the world. You may have a praiseworthy cause and lots of passion, but there is one thing you have to remember:...
How do you negotiate an office lease?
If you are in the process of forming a business, it goes without saying that you'll find yourself in the market for office space at some point. Unless you're going to purchase space, you need to turn your attention to negotiating the best lease possible. While this...
Avoid business litigation by not breaking these employment laws
The risk of your business facing litigation is very high, so it is smart to do everything under your control to avoid a lawsuit and the ruin of your company's reputation and finances. One of the areas you can focus on is your interactions with employees, as they are a...
How will you prevent these small business tax mistakes?
As the new owner of a small business, you'll have many responsibilities, all of which require your time and attention. It only takes one mistake to lead you down a dark path, so you need to stay on top of everything. For example, tax mistakes can creep up on you when...
Are you ready to prevent these startup company errors?
As the owner of a startup, you have a lot on your mind. In addition to getting your company off the ground, there's a good chance you have other things in your life that require your attention. Here are a handful of startup errors you need to avoid: Neglecting to...
Follow these tips when reviewing a business contract
No matter what type of business you're in, there will come a point when you're faced with a contract. While you could sign on the dotted line and hope for the best, this isn't the approach you want to take. Instead, you need to know exactly what you're signing, as to...
6 tips when starting a company with a spouse
Starting a company with your spouse sounds like a great idea. You already enjoy being around each other, so why not use that strong relationship to start a successful company? It may give you both more freedom and allow you to follow your dreams. Running a company...
Why an attorney should help you set up Florida business
Selecting a name and setting up shop are far from the only two steps you need to follow if you intend to operate a business in Collier County or the state of Florida. Instead, there are a number of intermediary steps you also must follow to ensure that your company...