Local Business Tax Renewals in Polk County

On July 1, 2010 The Polk County Tax Collector’s Office sent out 40,416 County Business Tax Receipt renewal forms.  The tax was increased by 5% over last year and businesses have 90 days to renew their county business tax receipt.

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Minority Certification 101

So you want to obtain a minority/woman certification? Well, here are some common questions regarding the process to get you on your way:

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Will It Fly or Die?

New products enter the marketplace daily, some with greater success than others. Why do some succeed
while others fail?

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