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Preparing a company for sale – whether through a disposition of its equity interests or its operating assets – entails cataloguing the enterprise’s assets, liabilities, contracts, files, licenses, and other operating and regulatory documents, and preparing them for presentation to a prospective acquirer, who will carefully review those items with the aid of accountants, lawyers,...

The United States has a reputation for prioritizing work over health or recreation. Productivity is highly valued, and the majority of Americans work long hours and, often, endure lengthy commutes getting to and from work. Because of long work weeks, many Americans feel they lack sufficient time to relax, connect with family and friends, exercise,...

If you are a small employer, there is a tax credit that can put money in your pocket. The small business health care tax credit benefits employers that: have fewer than 25 full-time equivalent employees pay an average wage of less than $50,000 a year pay at least half of employee health insurance premiums To...

The expansive presence of the University of Florida and its undergraduate and graduate programs is well-known to anyone who resides in Gainesville or the surrounding area. But many residents may not be aware of the plethora of alternative education options also available locally. Three unique schools that call Gainesville home include the Academy for Five...

There’s little point in owning the latest bag or dress if you can’t find it in your closet when you’re getting dressed. A well-organized wardrobe, rather than a jumbled mess of clothes and accessories, means you’ll maximize all of your purchases and come up with polished, carefully considered outfits even on hectic mornings. STORAGE SOLUTIONS...

According to The International Ecotourism Society (TIES), ecotourism is defined as responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment, sustains the well-being of the local people, and involves interpretation and education. Principles of Ecotourism: According to literature provided by TIES, ecotourism is about uniting conservation, communities, and sustainable travel. This means that those who implement,...

The theater scene in Gainesville is eclectic and brimming with talent. Options in town range from Broadway hits to locally written community shows. Whether you want to be in the audience or participating on stage, there’s something for everyone. The University of Florida Performing Arts (UFPA) presents programs in five different venues, most notably the...

Greater Gainesville has plenty of eating establishments that combine the concepts of food, sports and entertainment. Ok, so I know you guys are expecting me to pick a place like Loosey’s or House of Beer. Yes, both are wonderful places to grab some libations and watch some good ol’ fashioned sports ball. Yes, both are...

By Philip N. Kabler, Esq. Bogin, Munns & Munns, P.A. Gainesville office In a prior article the steps to start a Florida company from scratch were addressed. In this piece the topic of buying a business will be considered. There are two basic ways to buy a business – purchasing the ownership interests, the equity,...

There are all sorts of financial institutions in Gainesville, happy to take deposits, fund loans and rent out their safety deposit boxes for the convenience of customers. Lumping all the different types of banking facilities into a single category can be confusing, and incorrect. From small to large, the banks and savings and loans that...