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Coronation Market – Downtown Kingston

June 28th, 2011

The recent resurgent of the farmers market has placed the spotlight squarely on coronation market in the Heart of Downtown Kingston. Get the best quality produce at a fraction of [...]

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How to Apply for a Jamaican Work Permit

May 18th, 2010

A Work Permit is a document (card) bearing a number and photograph issued to an expatriate which authorizes that individual to work in Jamaica according to its stipulations for a [...]

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How to apply for a Taxpayers Registration Number (TRN) in Jamaica

May 17th, 2010

Applying for a Taxpayers Registration Number (TRN – for Individuals) 1. Only original and certified copies of documents are accepted 2. Need one valid ID (Driver’s license, National ID or [...]

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Pay UP or Shut UP! – issues of taxation

March 19th, 2010

“Freedom isn’t free.” –Anonymous– I am saddened that the brilliant mind that made the above declaration is unknown, as he/she should be heralded in putting words to a sentiment that [...]

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Manage Your Cash Flow or Die

March 8th, 2010

Managing a small business anywhere in the world is a challenge. Managing a small business in Jamaica is even more so; you have to be an accounting ninja to keep [...]

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Small Business startup Guide – Jamaica

November 29th, 2008

Setting up a small business in Jamaica, like most Government-related activities, can be pretty challenging. You need to complete and submit copious amounts of paperwork and make several treks between [...]

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