Schuyler 'Rocky' Reidel 
What is a Liquidated Damages Clause? When reviewing or drafting contracts the little known liquidated damages clause comes up often in negotiations and internal discussions. Many times even experienced business persons are not completely familiar with the purpose and function of a proper liquidated damages clause. To better understand what a liquidated damages clause function … Read more
How to Import Food Products to the US Food products can be one of the more stable revenue generating areas for any importer, since food is one of the basic necessities of life. Importing food products to the US is much more involved than merely packing, shipping, and delivering your customer. Food imports to the … Read more
Need to Know: International Business Hubs Running a successful business in the 21st century increasingly means having access to and utilizing global markets. Despite many efforts towards nationalist economic policies throughout the years, businesses in today’s globalized economy must stay efficient and competitive on a global scale. As the world economy has grown increasingly interconnected, … Read more
Doing Business in Texas: Real Estate Laws Texas real estate laws embody the same principles that the US was founded upon: strong protections for private property, local taxation, and efficient conveyances. These principles have kept Texas at the forefront of low cost and protected property ownership for both citizens and non-citizens alike. The US has … Read more
Franchising and the E-2 Visa The United States attracts many business owners and investors each year seeking to secure their wealth and future through America’s robust private sector and private property protections. For foreign nationals the US remains the premier offshore wealth and asset protection and investment haven. One of the major benefits of starting … Read more
What is a Customs Broker? Customs brokers are trade specialists who help facilitate goods being exported and imported into the US. In the US, the Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) regulate the licensing and operation of customs brokers. Customs brokers are required to have passed a rigorous examination given by the CBP and an extensive … Read more
How to Get a Liquor License in Texas Serving alcohol at your restaurant can add much needed revenue and margin for your business. In Texas, there is a myriad of local (county and municipal) and state laws that are applicable to any business seeking to serve alcohol to patrons. To obtain a license to serve … Read more
What is Crowdfunding? This year, the SEC promulgated new rules allowing for less sophisticated investors to have an opportunity to invest in companies through crowdfunding. Regulation CF was released late last year and went into effect May 2016. This is an exciting new area of equity and finance that has the opportunity to overturn the … Read more
What is the Difference Between a Registered Agent Address and a Business Address? Many times when I assist companies that have used a cheap LLC or corporation formation website or chose to form the business themselves, I find the common mistake of not understanding the importance of the registered agent address and the business mailing … Read more
Doing Business in Texas: Financing Financing your project in Texas is typically not very different from seeking financing in other states. From tax-exempt financing to commercial banking and other equity financing, Texas laws offer businesses a wide range of options to grow through finance. Exploring your options can help expand and diversify where and how … Read more
