Tag Archives: city hall

The Un-Ease of Doing Business

I hate January. Every January of every calendar year, enterprises must renew their business permits with the cities and towns they have their offices located at.  On top of the hefty fees & taxes, the process of renewal is tedious.  Every enterprise must submit numerous requirements such as but not limited to securing clearances forContinue reading “The Un-Ease of Doing Business”

Can’t Fight City Hall

Can’t fight city hall is an idiom for any futile effort against a large institution like government.  If you’re just one among millions of citizens who has a complaint about a government law or regulation, chances are you’d be unsuccessful, if not dismissed at the start.  Paying taxes and fees to the Philippine government isContinue reading “Can’t Fight City Hall”

How to Save Money When Renewing the Dreaded City Business Permit

Every time we enter a new year, many of us reflect on the past and make resolutions for the future.  When the first working day arrives, however, we face reality.  One of those realities is the dreaded city business permit renewal.  Town and city governments in the Philippines require enterprises to register before they canContinue reading “How to Save Money When Renewing the Dreaded City Business Permit”