The laws, regulations and minute details of starting a business can be frustrating enough to make you wonder why you thought it was a good idea in the first place. How to Start a Business in Florida contains simple explanations of everything you need to know about federal and Florida laws to start your own enterprise. From choosing the form of your business to state and federal taxes, this book simplifies the start-up process, saving you headaches, time and money. Complete with step-by-step instructions and the forms you need, this book makes starting your own business in Florida inexpensive and hassle-free. This book explains in simple language: State and federal licenses you need Registering the name of your business Choosing the form of your business Intellectual property and trademarks Contract laws Insurance laws Workers' compensation laws Advertising and promotion rules Health and safety laws Employment and labor laws Collections laws Tangible and intangible property taxes Sales tax collections Florida taxes Federal income, employment and unemployment taxes