Business Law
Which LLCs Must File a Form 5472?
In the United States, most LLCs with at least 25% foreign shareholders are required to file a Form 5472 every
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December 27, 2021
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Tax Law
What Are the Tax Consequences of Giving a Gift to a Foreign Person?
A “foreign person” is a non-resident alien individual or foreign corporation, partnership, or estate. Gifts to foreign persons are subject to the
Eric Gros-Dubois
December 21, 2021
Consumer Protection
Broward County Resident Accused of Operating a Ponzi Scheme
The Allegations On August 9th, The Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) filed a lawsuit against Johanna M. Garcia; MJ Capital
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December 21, 2021
Business Law
Can My Business Deduct Start-Up Costs?
Generally, business start-up and organizational costs are considered capital expenditures, recorded as assets, and amortized over time. However, business owners
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December 21, 2021
Business Law
What is a Private Security License in Florida?
In Florida, the private security industry is regulated by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Depending on the
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December 21, 2021
Business Law
Do Employees Owe a Fiduciary Duty to Employers?
What is fiduciary duty? When you hire a new employee, he or she owes you a fiduciary duty. A fiduciary
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December 2, 2021
Trusts & Estates
What is a grantor trust?
A grantor trust is a living trust in which the creator of the trust, the grantor, retains powers over the
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November 5, 2021
Business Law
What is an IC-DISC?
An Interest Charge Domestic International Sales Corporation (“IC-DISC”) is an income tax savings incentive provided by the tax code. The
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October 11, 2021
Business Law
Becoming A Broker And Working In A Brokerage
What is a broker? A broker is a person who, for another, and for compensation or in anticipation of compensation,
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October 11, 2021
Business Law
What Happens If I Operate a Business That Has Been Dissolved?
When dissolving a business, the officers of the company should only carry out business to the extent needed to complete
Eric Gros-Dubois
October 5, 2021