Starting a Business

Business is a repeatable process — if you want to produce consistent products and services and consistently make money, follow a process.

Using an accountant for an unemotional look at your plan can be priceless. Making bad business decisions or operating a business without a proper business plan can devastate most entrepreneurs. Our experience working with many businesses gives you an insight into what we have seen work and what you should not do.

Areas where our experience can make a positive result in your business include:

• Choosing the form of organization best for you — proprietorship, partnership, or corporation
• Registering you with the proper authorities
• Guiding you through the strategic business planning process
• Providing analysis for Lease vs. Buy decisions
• Advising on and coordinating the creation of shareholder and partnership agreements
• Planning for remuneration, retirement and your estate
• Assisting with cross border business expansion
• Referrals to other professionals such as bankers, lawyers, marketers, insurance agents, investment advisors, etc.

If you are wanting to set up a new business, you may find these resources helpful:

1. VWEG New Business Guide (PDF)    
2. Checklist for setting up a new business (PDF)
3. Registering Your Business with the Proper Authorities (PDF)

Our website provides many resources for self-help with many of these topics. Please do not hesitate to contact us to guide you through the process of establishing your business.