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  • Determining What Type of Business to Open in Brazil

    Determining What Type of Business to Open in Brazil Whether you are a natural born citizen, an immigrant with big plans, or an investor, opening your first business in Brazil is not without its challenges. From selecting the product or service you want to sell, to finding the perfect location, there are many aspects of…

  • Brazilian Government Encourages Businesses to Trade with Venezuela

    As you consider starting a business in Brazil, you should be mindful about whom you can do business with, once you are set up. The Brazilian government is encouraging companies to trade with Venezuela. The current economic situation in Venezuela is having a serious impact on the economies of neighboring South American nations, Brazil included.…

  • Jobs Outlook Improving in Brazil

    It appears as though business opportunities in Brazil are having a positive impact on the country’s job market. Jobless rates are at a record-low for the year, with the unemployment rate at just 5.2 percent. As the unemployment rate continues to fall, you may want to examine your hiring practices and benefit offers, in order…

  • Starting Your Own Bakery in Brazil

    Ah, the smell of fresh baked breads and muffins. It’s something you are passionate about. Not just the smell of breads, but the taste of jelly-filled pastries, the layer upon sumptuous layer of cakes, and the taste of cookies just out of the oven are the things that set your creative juices flowing and your…

  • SEED Startup Companies Announced in Brazil

    SEED Startup Companies Announced in Brazil When it comes to individuals wanting to start a business in Brazil, the government has shown that it wants to help in any way possible. The announcement of the 40 startup companies chosen for the kickoff of the country’s SEED program is further evidence of this commitment to helping…

  • Is Niche Expertise Alone Enough to Start Your Business in Brazil?

    You are an expert in your field. Whether you are a master craftsman, the top number-cruncher in your firm, or a computer programming wizard, there is no-one better. You know you have the skill set, the talent, and the drive to take this ability and transform it into a money making business, one you create…

  • Brazil Takes Action to Help Coffee Farmers

    Brazil Takes Action to Help Coffee Farmers A recent announcement from the Brazilian government could have a huge impact on the coffee trade and anyone looking to start a coffee export business in Brazil. The nation is seeking ways to prop up the cost of coffee to help farmers realize better profits and reduce their…

  • US Tax Laws Make Starting a Business in Brazil More Appealing

    For many business owners who reside in the US, the idea of moving their company out of the country may never enter their minds. However, for some, the most recent changes in tax laws in the US may be leading them to consider starting a business in Brazil or another country. Sadly, US tax laws…

  • Start Up Considerations for American Companies in Brazil

    Starting a business in Brazil is like starting a business anywhere else, in some ways. You need to have a business plan, be well-versed in the laws and taxes that govern that area, as well as considerations for the specific type of business you are going to start up. When it comes to Brazil, in…

  • Experiencing Christmas in Brazil

    US companies in Brazil, or any other country, not only need to be able to navigate the laws and taxes that Brazil or any other country implement; they also need to be able to respond to cultural customs. Brazil does have intricate tax, employment, and business laws that can be difficult to navigate, but they…