Business & Finance - 24 July 2007

I have got my heart set on a name for the web based retail business i am in the process of starting up and i will be operating as a sole trader. However, i have now discovered that there is a company already registered with companies house with the same name. They are a limited company.
Can i still use the name?

2007-07-24 07:28:19 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Small Business

I'm a single member LLC. I'm involved in several businesses. 1) photography- actual business involvement trying to sell photos 2) real estate- expended money actively searching and reviewing income producing real estate investments and 3) invested small portion in an interest bearing note yielding only interest income for now. May be converted to equity stake. To keep it simple for now, can i consolidate all the expenses incurred to search for realestate and buying photo equipment under the same LLC? So far, only received interest income and minor income from photo sales which have not exceeded the expenses to date. thanks

2007-07-24 07:18:46 · 3 answers · asked by ed s 1 in Small Business

i really like this house, it is a foreclosed property. 2000 sqft. 4bed 2bath. they are asking 187,000.00 it has been listed since 10/2006. i want to make an offer of 163,000 to start knowing that i can pay 170,000. Would that be a fair offer? I know it is 10% below asking, but it is worth a shot? Thanks

2007-07-24 07:10:54 · 6 answers · asked by erika c 2 in Renting & Real Estate

When I moved out of my apartment, I gave my landlord the incorrect forwarding address to return my security deposit. However, before they mailed out the check, I provided them with the correct address.
After more than 3 months of calling, emailing, and threats to sue the landlord, they finally told me they have my deposit check. In this case, can I still sue them for double the amount because they failed to return my security deposit within 30 days of move out? How good are my chances, and in case I lose, can the landlord countersue me for their attorney expense?
Thanks so much!!!

2007-07-24 07:02:24 · 13 answers · asked by Cowala 1 in Renting & Real Estate

What is six sigma? What r d conditions to have a six sigma parameter?

2007-07-24 06:57:10 · 4 answers · asked by duffer 1 in Other - Business & Finance

IN THE SECTION 8 APARTMENT I AM IN WE RECEIVE A MONTHLY UTILITY ALLOWANCE CHECK IF WE MAKE BELOW THE INCOME LEVEL GUIDELINES. OUR PROPERTY CHANGED MANAGEMENT IN JUNE AND SINCE THEN THE UTILITY ALLOWANCE STOPPED. THE APARTMENT MANAGER NEVER SENT OUT NOTICES ABOUT THE CHECKS AND WHEN I INQUIRE ABOUT IT THEY SAY THEY HAVE NO IDEA WHEN THEY WILL BE HERE AND THEY SAY THEY ARE NOT ALLOWED TO GIVE US A NUMBER TO CALL AND GET ANSWERS. I WANT TO KNOW WHAT IS MY RIGHTS AS A TENANT TO BE INFORMED ABOUT THE SITUIATION AND WHY ISN'T THE MANAGER OF THE PROPERTY MORE INVOLVED IN FINDING OUT WHATS GOING ON? PLEASE HELP SOME OF US DEPEND ON THAT MONEY AND IT WOULD HELP TO RECEIVE MORE THAN AN " I DON'T KNOW" WHEN WE CALL THE OFFICE FOR INFORMATION.

2007-07-24 06:54:27 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Renting & Real Estate

I know this is a weird question.. but.. I am currently renting a house my in laws got for us when we were out of state.. so I never have been through the whole renting process.

The thing is.. I want to move. So, I have a few questions. Firstly, do I give my landlord some kind of notice? When should I move out?

Then.. when you are seeing a house you are renting, and you look it over, are the people expecting you to tell them you want the house right then or wiat a while and call them and tell them? And if you call them and tell them you want the house, will they have to say yes or no or will they just give it to you and tell you when to move in?

I dont know.. if somebody can just give me a rundown on how the whole process works that’d be great.

I know it isn’t that big of a thing but I am a worrier and need to know everything that I’m to expect before leaping in!

2007-07-24 06:54:16 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Renting & Real Estate

My mother-in-law has a very limited income which she receives from SSI only. She has a couple of credit cards that have gone to collections. Is she judgement proof at 66 years old in California or can they come after her for these past due accounts.

Thanks,
Tony

2007-07-24 06:43:50 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Personal Finance

2007-07-24 06:38:55 · 2 answers · asked by novapri39 2 in Corporations

I found a good deal on a camera for my photography business on Craigslist. The seller wants to deal in cash, no receipts. Can I still claim this as a business expense without a receipt? If the buyer writes me a receipt from his "personal business", does this count? Do Paypal transactions count?

2007-07-24 06:37:26 · 1 answers · asked by graham + 1 in Other - Business & Finance

My husband and I are looking for unconventional ways to keep our debt down. We estimate that a $190K house would max out our resources. We have a combined $17K in student loans. We are considering buying a $80K sailboat instead of paying rent. The idea is that we'd be able to live simply, pay down debt, and recoup some of our expenses when we sell the boat and move into a house. Any thoughts?

2007-07-24 06:31:49 · 5 answers · asked by colorhappy 2 in Renting & Real Estate

2007-07-24 06:31:11 · 4 answers · asked by Benito 1 in Renting & Real Estate

2007-07-24 06:23:20 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Insurance

that you didnt take?

2007-07-24 06:21:33 · 5 answers · asked by Shake-Zula 3 in Administrative and Office Support

This waitress thing is new to me.

2007-07-24 06:01:12 · 11 answers · asked by iwsyu 1 in Food Service

I just started waitressing there less than two weeks ago because I am between jobs and looking for an administrative office job and I needed money. I have two interviews set up. Should I wait till I hear if I get one of the jobs 1st?

2007-07-24 05:59:44 · 9 answers · asked by iwsyu 1 in Food Service

Approximately how long would it take to pay the mortgage off? Also is Bi-Weekly payment option really worth it? I know they charge a setup fee for about $395.00. But wouldn't it be better to pay an extra $200.00 per month x 12 months (=extra $2,400.00 per year) toward prinicple with a separate mailed in check and letter of explanation with the words "Payment Toward Principal" written on the check.
Interest Rate: 8.990% Fixed.

2007-07-24 05:58:55 · 6 answers · asked by g_loria53 1 in Renting & Real Estate

2007-07-24 05:56:54 · 4 answers · asked by ob 2 in Renting & Real Estate

like new carper , bathrooms and k/s remodel.They are asking 249K in Sacramento CA .How much do you think I can offer?

2007-07-24 05:56:05 · 5 answers · asked by Gucci 2 in Renting & Real Estate

My HOA is trying to charge me 100$ late fee on a 270$ prepay quarterly I'm trying to find out info if they are aloud to do this. I found a new statue that passed on July 1 /07 that states. (a) If the declaration or bylaws so provide, the association may also
charge an administrative late fee in an amount not to exceed the greater of
$25 or 5 percent of the amount of each installment that is paid past the due
date. Its statue bill 720.3085 can anyone find info or tell me if the can only charge me the 5% which only comes to 13.50$ not 100.00$ please answer asap thank you.

2007-07-24 05:53:08 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Renting & Real Estate

been a contractor for a year now and wondered is it common to get an increase - or on the flip side ASK for an increase if it isn't specifically indicated on my contract? If I do ask should it be a percentage or something along the lines of one or two dollars an hour type of thing (I am now in the high 30's BTW)

2007-07-24 05:51:22 · 1 answers · asked by matrickz2002 2 in Other - Business & Finance

my husband and i currently have separate checking accounts. i see people saying relationships work better with joint checking. we have problems paying the bills every month and making ends meet. we overdraw each account almost every pay period. should we wait until we are ahead again to get a joint account or just go ahead and will it help us in any way? do you have some tips on how to combine finances?

2007-07-24 05:46:41 · 11 answers · asked by saveit 4 in Personal Finance

What should I draw up? a purchase agreement of some sort? anything legal? I am looking at some what of a clean cut deal.. i give 46K and get my name on the deed as an owner of 35%interest. Any insight as to what I should do other than Hire a lawyer.. thanks The other 65% would be owned by my father in law. I am basically buying out his sisters share.

2007-07-24 05:41:17 · 1 answers · asked by roboto 1 in Renting & Real Estate

I want to move to New York to work as a stockbroker but need the series 7 & 63 exams. As far as i can see you have to be sponsored by a US company to take them. I already have my financial regulations and securities exam in England but want to take the US exams over here. Is that possible?

2007-07-24 05:39:20 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Careers & Employment

I am planning to buy an investment property. All my instincts say that it would be wise to form a compny for that. I am pre approved for a mortage but I have no clue how it works. My question is Mortgage company approved me not the new company that I am planning to form, which I will use to buy the property. How does this technically work can someone help me please ?

2007-07-24 05:38:12 · 2 answers · asked by vargel 1 in Renting & Real Estate

A collection agency has acquired the debt of my daughter who lives in Texas and has threatened my daughter that if she doesn't pay a large amount up front they will garnish her paycheck from where she works. Can they do this? Is this legal?

2007-07-24 05:32:51 · 4 answers · asked by traveler 3 in Personal Finance

When it comes to being an independent sales rep. for companies like Avon and Mary K, what are the better companies to sell for? Are there any companies you think are good sellers, or that I should stay away from? Thanks for any advice.

2007-07-24 05:30:54 · 4 answers · asked by kham83 1 in Small Business

Im looking to purchase a two family house and im going to rent out the other half but i dont how much should i rent it for? Is there like a standard or system i should reference?

2007-07-24 05:27:51 · 6 answers · asked by mrdrproffesorcrayon 1 in Renting & Real Estate

I live in a moble home park in SD, My son is in jail and will be getting out soon. The city owns the land and leases it to a private investor.I recently got a letter from the leaser that if my son moves in or visits me I will be immediatly evicted.I have lived here 8 years and always pay space rent on time.I think someone should at least be given a chance. By the way there is a convicted child molestor living here.Charged with lewd and lascivios acts with a child under the age of 14. He is 57 years old. Is this fair?

2007-07-24 05:20:50 · 8 answers · asked by barbara t 1 in Renting & Real Estate

Companies that only sells through representatives such as Avon, Mary K, etc. What are the better ones to sell for if I choose to go into business selling their products? Any other ones I dont know of? Tahitian Noni? Ive heard about a Qyxstar (not sure of the spelling), but please give me some ideas. Thanks

2007-07-24 05:19:10 · 6 answers · asked by kham83 1 in Small Business