Business and Immigration to the USA

This book is a comprehensive guide to settling into life and running a business in the United States for people from the former Soviet Union. It examines cultural and mental differences between the US and the CIS, child-rearing practices, attitudes toward the law and police, personal space, and business ethics. Separate chapters cover immigration procedures, the tax system, school education, choosing a city to live in, starting and registering a business, the L-1 business visa, leasing space, credit history, buying and selling real estate, investing, marketing, and consulting. The text includes case studies from the author and his clients.

This book is based on thirty years of experience living in the United States and working with immigrants from the CIS countries through consulting, covering issues of relocation, real estate selection, and business relocation. It is intended for readers planning a move to the United States or already in the adaptation phase, as well as businesspeople considering the American market as a destination for development or relocation of their companies.