New business

darthvapor

Member

Member since 24 July 2011

Middleburg

darthvapor

27 August 2011 14:56:42

darthvapor

27 August 2011 14:56:42

Middleburg

I'm contemplating starting a business in CR. It would be pet oriented. Selling leashes, collars, pet food, pet carriers and the such. Not selling any pets whatsoever!

I know that I would have to be in an Ex-pat rich environment. I just don't know how well it would go over.

I'm also a former veterinarian technician, so I'm also able to give vaccinations and I do alot of dog training.

I'm contemplating the Jaco area. Does anyone have any advice?

Also, any info about the duties/taxes of such a venture?

Franchael

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Member since 18 April 2011

Chapala

Franchael

27 August 2011 16:09:58

Franchael

27 August 2011 16:09:58

Chapala

I recently settled in Atenas and brought my internet marketing business with me. There are plenty of Expats here, and everyone has pets! Even though this is a small town, there are several veterinarians, and animal feed stores.
To promote my business, I go into Cariari/San Jose once a week for a BNI meeting. This is the one active BNI (Business Networking & Referrals) chapter in Costa Rica, and they exchange business and refer members to others.
The group has about 25 members and growing. They're a mix of locals and bilingual expats. Something like this may give a boost to getting your business going here.
- Michael