Miami is a city in southeastern Florida, located in Miami-Dade County. Nestled between the Florida Everglades and the Atlantic Ocean, the Miami Metropolitan area is among the best cities in the U.S. to start a business. Many entrepreneurs attribute this success to the consistently warm weather throughout the year. Miami-Dade County is an excellent place for new and growing businesses.
Tourism stands out as the main attraction, with Miami's cruise port being the largest in the world. Additionally, it ranks as the 11th largest container port for freight in the United States. This vibrant city provides a unique blend of opportunities, combining leisure with significant business potential through its thriving tourism industry and strategic location. Businesses here can tap into a diverse population and a dynamic economic landscape, ideal for those seeking growth and expansion.
Miami is a city that truly knows how to facilitate business success. It warmly welcomes and supports entrepreneurs by providing all the essential resources needed to establish and expand a company. Hiring well-educated, multilingual staff is effortless. It's unsurprising that Miami is often referred to as the "Capital of Latin America." Additionally, it stands as the second-largest city in the U.S. (following El Paso, Texas) with a majority of Spanish speakers, and boasts the largest Cuban-American community.
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Due to its remarkable location, Miami is uniquely positioned for regional and global investment. Moreover, it offers a diverse workforce. But Miami-Dade County offers even more advantages:
It provides superior infrastructure and a strategic location for trade with Latin America and the Caribbean. Geographically situated between North and South America, Miami serves as America's freight gateway, with favorable positioning for trade from Europe, Asia, and Africa.
Home to more than 70 foreign consulates and trade offices, with over 1,100 multinational companies operational.
The port is Florida's #1 deep-sea container port and does business with 250 ports in 100 countries.
Known as the cruise capital of the world, hosting 7 cruise lines with 22 cruise ships.
MIA International Airport ranks first among U.S. airports for international freight and second for international passengers.
Before expanding into the United States, it's beneficial to ask yourself several questions:
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Ultimately, forming a Miami Inc. requires tailored advice. What is your liability? What permits are necessary? What are the risks involved? Can responsibilities be shifted to export agents or business partners? Are the owners European or American? And what are the pros and cons of each scenario?
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Limited liability protects the company’s foundations and shareholders from personal liability in most cases. For instance, if the company is in debt, creditors cannot claim personal assets from the owners and shareholders to cover their payments.
In Florida, you don’t have to disclose all information about the individuals involved in the company. In short, you can incorporate anonymously, usually through a corporate representative.
With a Florida Corporation, your business looks much more professional due to the Inc. initials after your business name. The Inc. is essentially the official stamp of the State of Florida Division of Corporations. Having an Inc. helps your business easily obtain bank loans and be successful in other business transactions.
Besides not being double-taxed when setting up a corporation in Florida and paying a low tax amount, there are additional benefits:
A corporation established in Florida enjoys perpetual life, irrespective of ownership changes. In some states, when a business owner dies, the business ceases. If an heir wants to continue, it would be considered a new business. But not in Florida. Even when shareholders change, the Florida State Corporation remains unaffected.
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Inc: An "Incorporated" company that meets all legal requirements. Universities, healthcare providers, (semi-) governments, and municipalities generally prefer to collaborate with "Inc's" established in the USA.
LLC: A Limited Liability Company where the income tax is passed through to the owners, but liability remains within the business. The Inc. is the most commonly used business form in the United States.
The popularity of this structure is partly due to the fact that neither shareholders nor board members are personally liable for the company.
Read more about what it means to establish an Inc and the differences compared to an LLC.
As a business owner, you also bear responsibility for your staff, which means making Miami an attractive place for you, your family, and your employees is important. Firstly, the city offers a tropical climate, with winter temperatures rarely dropping below 16 degrees Celsius. Working and living in the sun is much more pleasant, after all. Additionally, you can relax during your free time on any of the many beaches, such as Miami Beach, South Beach, and Virginia Key Beach. Moreover, Miami is a cultural melting pot, offering a wide variety of restaurants, including charming Cuban eateries in Little Havana. Lastly, the vibrant nightlife provides plenty of options to enjoy clubs and bars where you can dine or enjoy a cocktail late into the night.
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While it's not entirely comparable, an INC is somewhat like an American LLC.
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