Whether your business sells or sources products from other countries, remember this: your financial success is largely beholden to the whims of the currency markets and how you react to them. Your revenues and profit margins are impacted every time the dollar strengthens or weakens compared to other currencies. For example, a st...
READ ARTICLEOne of the most common mistakes expats make is simply using their bank to send money abroad. It’s the obvious thing to do, isn’t it? Well, it shouldn’t be. The truth is, you maybe be able to save a lot of time and money by not using your bank for international transfer. So, whether you’re already living abroad, [&h...
READ ARTICLE5 reasons why you need a specialist for your international transfers If there’s one thing that we’ve learned from the EU Referendum, it’s that currency markets don’t like political uncertainty and that’s one good reason why expats need a currency specialist on their side for international transfers. Matt James ...
READ ARTICLEDo you follow immigration news? If so, you’ve probably seen at least a few recent headlines about the EB-5 visa. First introduced in 1990, the EB-5 program is a unique immigration pathway that entices applicants to contribute to the US economy, offering foreign investors a Green Card if they invest at least $500,000 in a [&hel...
READ ARTICLEConfused about President Trump’s impact on immigration? You’re not alone. After just a few months in office, Trump has already upended the immigration landscape though a series of dramatic new policies. With major announcements coming out seemingly every day, it can be tough to keep up with all the changes. Here are a few of...
READ ARTICLEWith its critical mass of innovative industries, it’s no surprise the US consistently ranks as a top destination for career-minded expats. Entrepreneurs and professionals from across the globe frequently come here to jumpstart their careers, seeking opportunities in thriving fields like media, technology and health care. But a...
READ ARTICLEContracts Sales, distribution, license and consultancy agreements may need to be localized to comply with applicable state and federal laws. Intellectual Property Protection In the US, UK or European rights typically may not be relied on to ensure use and registration of a business name in the US; trademark rights in the US aris...
READ ARTICLEEmployment in the US is heavily regulated and differs from many other jurisdictions. Employment is generally at-will, meaning that employment may be terminated without notice. However, a number of laws provide certain protection and rights to employees, such as minimum wage and maximum hour rules, nondiscrimination in employment...
READ ARTICLEThis post describes practical steps and issues to consider when setting up a U.S. entity to conduct your business’ U.S. operations. Doing business in the U.S. can be a complex and daunting process. MBM Commercial offers sophisticated U.S. law capability to help when expanding into U.S. markets or transacting with U.S. busines...
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