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Customs Broker Selection Criteria for Restaurant Owners: What Actually Matters
The Broker Dilemma: Not Just Paperwork—It’s Your Product Line on the Line So, you’ve finally found the perfect Japanese chef’s knives, artisanal packaging, or those game-changing glass ramen bowls—and now you’re importing them. Great. But then comes the real snag: Customs. You start hearing words like Harmonized Tariff Schedule and HTS codes and suddenly, that dream of stylish plating or branded condiments feels a little… government-y. That’s where a licensed customs broker steps in. But choosing one? That’s where it gets messy. And here’s the kicker: Not all brokers are built the same. Some are just paper pushers. Others? Strategic partners. The difference could mean thousands in penalties, endless delays, or that killer product never hitting your shelves. Let’s walk through what actually matters when picking the right broker—no fluff, no buzzwords. Just the stuff that keeps your restaurant stocked,
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The One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) Tax Changes for Businesses and Individuals
Understanding the One Big Beautiful Bill On July 4th, President Trump signed into law the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB), which introduces significant tax reforms aimed at supporting small businesses and working families. This article aims to highlight and summarize the key components of the law with an included summary table at the bottom of the post. For Businesses 1. Restoration of 100% Bonus DepreciationThe OBBB reinstates 100% bonus depreciation
De Minimis Thresholds and Accounting for Direct-to-Consumer Restaurant Sales
When Your Hot Sauce Goes Global Let’s say your signature habanero-lime hot sauce becomes a cult favorite on TikTok. Orders start pouring in—from Chicago to Toronto to Tokyo. It’s exciting. It’s chaotic. And then your accountant calls. “Hey… do you know if your DTC shipments are hitting the de minimis threshold for Canada?” You pause. “De what now?” If that sounds vaguely familiar—or like complete gibberish—you’re not alone. But here’s
First Sale Rule Application for E-Commerce: A Hidden Tax Strategy Worth Knowing
What’s the Deal with the First Sale Rule? Let’s say you run a growing restaurant brand with a side hustle in retail—maybe some sauces or branded merch that you’re sourcing from overseas. You’ve got a manufacturer in Vietnam, a middleman in Hong Kong, and your goods land in California. Ever wonder how U.S. Customs figures out how much duty you owe? Here’s the thing: many importers—especially small e-commerce brands—are paying
