by David Coit, DBA, CVA, CVGA, CM&AA, CBEC Owners of healthcare companies, practices, and agencies often ask us how they can increase their businesses’ market value. Buyers determine the value of a business based on return on investment and riskiness of the investment. Business owners create value by increasing the return on investment and decreasing […]
A lot can change over a lifetime — including with your wealth, family composition, and priorities. That’s why you need to revise your estate plan as you progress through life. Milestones such as becoming a parent and retiring can require everything from estate plan edits to estate plan overhauls. Here are some of the issues you […]
There are many differences between branch offices and subsidiaries, amongst which it is important to bear in mind the following differentiating characteristics: Legal entity. A branch office is not an independent legal entity, but rather it depends completely upon the parent company. A subsidiary is a proper legal entity. Share capital. A branch office does not require […]
IR Global, the world’s largest exclusive network of advisory firms is delighted to introduce Sharad Kohli of KCC Group. Sharad has joined IR as our exclusive Business Advisory Services member in India. Dr (CA) Sharad Kohli: As a celebrity entrepreneur Dr. Sharad Kohli is the Founder & Chairman of KCC Group having diverse business interests. […]
One of the most costly — yet easily prevented — disasters for any business is the failure to secure ownership of intellectual property. Here are some details company owners and executives should know: Under the law, the ownership of copyrights and inventions may actually belong to your independent contractors and employees, unless there is a prior […]
The tax obligations of foreign businesses in Spain are not as complicated or burdensome as we could think. When you come from abroad, the cultural and language barriers (so difficult to overcome) are very probably accompanied by a lack of knowledge of the Spanish taxes. That is why we have taken it upon ourselves to assist you […]
Amid a profound economic crisis, the Portuguese government created in 2012 a programme called golden visas that intended to incentivize the much-needed foreign investment. This initiative grants a residence permit to non-EU citizens who invest in Portugal, either by acquiring real estate, transferring capital to the country, or creating jobs. Since then, this initiative has […]
Are you thinking about opening a business in Spain but don’t really know where to begin? Have you heard about the role of a legal representative? Read on to discover what they do and how they can help you. A legal representative facilitates companies not currently established in Spain to buy and sell in our country. This legal representative can […]
Are you hoping to set up a business in Spain? Did you know that the lack of a digital certificate for that business could lead to a fine? Do you know the steps you need to take to obtain a digital certificate? If you have decided to build a business in Spain it is important you know how […]
Do you want to set up a business in Spain? Do you have concerns about how changes in the parent company may affect the affiliated branch or subsidiary? In this post we put to rest your concerns and explain what consequences any changes in the parent company may have on the business that has been established […]
Setting up a business in Spain is a real adventure which can be really successful. During the process many issues must be taken in consideration; they can discourage the bravest entrepreneur. Which legal figure is the best for my business? Will I be able to keep on living in my own country? How can I recruit Spanish […]
Looking for funds to purchase a home or to help a relative purchase a home? You can withdraw funds from your individual retirement account (IRA) before age 59 1/2 without paying the 10% federal income tax penalty when using up to $10,000 of proceeds for first-time homebuyer expenses. That doesn’t necessarily mean you have to use […]