Maltese property law: the emphyteusis contract

Section 1494 of the Maltese Civil Code (Chapter 16 of the Laws of Malta), defines emphyteusis as follows: “The emphyteusis is a contract by which one of the contracting parties grants to the other, in perpetuity or for a time, a property for a certain annual rent or ground rent, which the second agrees to pay to the first, in […]

How to Conduct Effective Training for Non-DOT Supervisors in PowerPoint, DVD, Video, or Web Course

Most supervisors in the United States and beyond do not abide by US Department of Transportation regulations in travel-related safety-sensitive positions and therefore do not require the lengthy training of two hours on DOT-required alcohol and drug awareness. They need a non-DOT supervisor training program of shorter duration and they can learn everything they need to know from it. However, […]

Forex Psychology: Your Self-Assessment Checklist

One trait that every successful trader has is constant self-assessment. You’ve probably heard this before, but in trading it’s an absolute truth: you are your own biggest enemy. The following checklist can help you identify the psychological obstacles that every trader encounters throughout their trading career. Please take a few minutes to read it, be honest with your responses, and […]

Online working capital: fast but expensive

Of all the different types of financing used by business owners, one of the most prevalent is short-term working capital. The best way to cover these needs is with a bank line of credit. The difficulty with that, especially for early-stage companies (often less than two years old), is that often their working capital needs are not large enough to […]

The Case for Hiring a Real Estate Lawyer

“Why would I pay for something when I can do it myself, for free?” That is the question most people ask when someone suggests hiring a real estate attorney. Here are five compelling reasons to rethink this research. 1. Contracts are complex There is absolutely nothing to prevent buyers and sellers from negotiating the terms of a deal on their […]

Startup Accounting – Creating Your Cash Flow Statement

Your statement of cash flows based on your other statements. The three statements are related to each other. The first section of your cash flow statement is cash flow from operations. Cash flow from operations shows cash flowing in or out of your business based on your operations. The first line of your cash flow from operations should be net […]

Pro Bono Work – Why Do It?

Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, there are valid reasons to take on pro bono projects if you have the time. While the term gratuitous frequently refers to free legal services, it also applies to any free commercial service performed for the public good. While it can easily be interpreted as the job you’re doing because you’re […]

Payroll Fraud Detection and Prevention with QuickBooks Hosting

Being an entrepreneur and running a company is an exhausting task, even if everything goes well. You must be prepared for every possible situation that may arise and put your quick decision-making skills to the test. All business owners are afraid of discovering fraudulent activity, especially discovering that a trusted employee is cheating on them. But your money is for […]

Are you prepared for government jobs?

If you’re preparing for government positions, the most important thing to ask yourself is whether you’re clear on your career options. You should not be rigid in choosing a particular position, but you should be determined to choose a particular field of work. Similarly, it is not just about choosing to be in the government sector, it is also important […]