AnthonyT4
3/31/2016 15:14 EST
Hi everyone, we are strongly interested in relocating to Roatan and starting a business or buying one. We would like to know how hard is it to start or buy a business. Are there any business for sale?We are from the UK and are looking to move to the Island can anyone help please
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ADKmom
3/31/2016 22:29 EST
Here is a link to the MLS on Roatan they have an established board of realtors and I would suggest using a real estate agent who is a member. There are usually businesses for sale.
http://roatanmls.com/
We are in the process of building a small Eco-lodge and I have done some research. The employment laws in Honduras are very different. You will want to figure a lot of research before deciding what will work for you.
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AnthonyT4
4/1/2016 13:38 EST
Thank you for your reply... and good luck with your new venture it sounds very interesting
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AnthonyT4
4/7/2016 16:17 EST
Can anyone else help with knowing is it easy to buy a business or starting a business in Roatan please
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islandflavour
4/7/2016 18:51 EST
Do you have any idea what kind of business you want? To start our hostel, we formed a corporation (done through a lawyer, took a few months), got an RTN (tax number) through the Zolitur office (took several days as they had a system problem when we were doing it, but usually pretty quick), got a fire department inspection (same day), applied for a permit through the municipality (took a couple months for them to come do the inspection), got an accountant to get our special receipts as per the DEI requirements (took a few weeks). Does that help? You're welcome to email me at roatanhostel@gmail.com if you have more questions.
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AnthonyT4
4/10/2016 04:19 EST
Thank you for your reply. It is very very helpful... would you know if there are any business for sale.... we would consider anything. .. bed and breakfast is also an option. Either buy one already running or start a new one.
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ADKmom
4/12/2016 09:45 EST
As I stated before the Roatan MLS would be a good place to start. I checked this morning there are over 30 commercial properties listed. This should give you a good idea of what may be available. I would then do some research on the real estate companies on the island and pick a realtor who is a member of the mls and seems to meet your needs . I strongly recommend using a realtor not looking for a business for sale by owner. We found the realtors on the island to be very knowledgeable, and helpful. They know the island and can fit your needs to a location and business that will work for you.
Good luck
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AnthonyT4
4/12/2016 10:03 EST
Thanks for the reply.. I'm sure you have given me the address already but could I ask again please.
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