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Keep Calm and Carry On
Never has the old adage of “Keep Calm and Carry On” been more prudent than in the days and weeks following Brexit. It is key to keep reminding ourselves, especially for entrepreneurs, that trade talks and exit strategies are a work in progress.
There is no reason to believe that the UK will cease to be a strong trading partner with the EU. In fact, the UK might find itself in an even stronger position in the near future, especially on the international stage, as the government has proposed cutting corporation tax to as low as 15%. This move will encourage business from all over the globe to choose the UK, much like the tax migrations, known as redomiciliations, to Ireland in the recent past.
That being said, it is always smart to ensure that your presence in the EU market is secure, especially when given the opportunity to expand your business at an extremely reasonable price. Have you thought about doing business in France? We are offering a start-up package for new French companies. The investment starts at 1250 GBP and includes company formation, bank account set up (note: in-person bank visit is required), VAT registration, registered address and mail forwarding for one year.Accounting services and virtual or serviced offices are available as well (prices upon request).France has become one of the world leaders in assisting tech startups and encouraging innovative and fresh business opportunities. There are startup communities springing up all over the country, especially in Paris where huge hubs dedicated to helping entrepreneurs get their ideas off the ground are attracting investors from all over the globe. All that, and only a short Eurostar journey away!
We can also assist with company formation and branch registration in Germany, the United States (where we are headquartered) and almost anywhere else in the world. Email us for more information: clientsupport@ibcf.com.