Need to Know: Export Terms For folks new to exporting or even importing there will be a myriad of abbreviations which are important to know as you start exploring the export market. The international commercial terms (Incoterms for short) are the official rules of the International Chamber of Commerce that explain typical trade terms. These … Read more
Due Diligence for Buying a Business If you are on track to buying a business, be sure to exercise your due diligence as you move forward in the process. Too often does a buyer focus on price of the deal or other factors while neglecting other important aspects of a business purchase. The due diligence … Read more
Deals from Hell – What to Do In my practice I have rarely had a deal go completely sideways to a nightmare. But they do happen, and when they happen it can mean some sleepless nights and restless days. Taking the following steps can help you survive your business deal gone bad. Get Everything in … Read more
Export Compliance – Where to Start? If your company is contemplating selling across borders or has already engaged with buyers overseas to export your product, you should take a careful review of any export compliance regulations that may apply to you. Often small and medium sized businesses ignore or are not aware of the various … Read more
How to Import to the US The US market can be an exciting and lucrative challenge for international businesses. Succeeding in the US market can take your product or business to the next level. Certainly the biggest hurdle to approaching the US market for your product or business is how to actually get it into … Read more
4 Steps You Can Take Right Now to Protect Your Business We get lots of questions on some simple steps to help protect a client’s business. Taking a few simple steps to shore up your protections can go a long way in reducing your business risks. Here are the most common steps I’ve recommended recently … Read more
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
