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Memo from County Tax Collector Anne M. Gannon:

What You Should Know About Business Tax Receipts—

Plus our Free New Hurricane Preparedness Guide

By Anne M. Gannon, Constitutional time to answer some of the more common questions we preparations. Those of us who have been through storms
Tax Collector serving Palm Beach receive about the BTR, and to provide you with resources before understand the importance of preparing and planning
County. You can reach her office for additional information. to avoid being caught off guard from an approaching storm.
by Email: ClientAdvocate@ June also brings the start of Hurricane Season and I, For our newest neighbors who have not experienced one
taxcollectorpbc.com. Phone: (561) like you, want to be prepared for any storms that may come of these tropical storms or hurricanes, we can help you
355-4271. our way this year. Now is the time to make your plans, and become more prepared and more informed with your storm
With more than 90,000 businesses we want to help you with those plans, so I am thrilled to preparations. We are very proud to once again provide
in Palm Beach County, we are announce the availability of our hurricane guide for our our Hurricane Guide filled with crucial information for
preparing for the annual Business Palm Beach County residents and businesses. preparing for this year’s hurricane season. The guide is
Tax Receipt (BTR) renewal period, which runs July 1st Plan. Prepare. Protect. June 1st marked the beginning chock-full of information, such as important phone numbers,
through September 30th. I thought this would be a perfect of hurricane season, and each year at this time it is all about items to include in your hurricane supply kit, and steps you
can take to prepare before a storm arrives.
To download a copy of our Hurricane Guide, please visit
SUMMER SPECIAL www.pbctax.com.

New Business Listing. Did you know that we offer new
Palm Beach County business listings to the general public
through our subscription service? Visit www.pbctax.com
Trade-In Your Current Medical Alert System and to complete an application to sign up for this subscription
Receive $139 Credit Towards the Rolls-Royce service.
of Medical Alert Systems. Ask Anne. We receive many inquiries from business
owners, sole proprietors and professionals who work from
FALLEN TO THE FLOOR? NEED HELP! home and others about the Local Business Tax Receipt
(BTR). Any person selling merchandise or services in
INTRODUCING THE NEW LINK+ Palm Beach County, or operating as a one-person, remote,
FOR ONLY PENNIES A DAY or home-based business must have a BTR, and renew it
annually. There are some exemptions to this requirement
Meet the Link+ that can be found on our website, www.pbctax.com. You
Meet the Link+
must also check with your local city or municipality in
Link+ is a Life Preserver for which you operate as to local business requirements as well.
The Link+ is a Smart Home
The Link+ is a Smart Home
Individuals or Seniors Living Alone Recently, we have been hearing from remote or home-based
Gateway/Hub that integrates
Gateway/Hub that integrates
professionals seeking information. Here are a few of the
all the Medical Devices in the
all the Medical Devices in the
patient’s home by using a questions we have received.
patient’s home by using a

Link+
Q. I just moved to Florida and plan on working
NOT FEELING WELL? touch-free and fully automated remotely before establishing an office for my business.
touch-free and fully automated
Bluetooth Syncing Process.
Bluetooth Syncing Process.
Connect with your physician from the What Business Tax Receipt type will I need to obtain?

A. As a sole professional working from your home, you
comfort of your home. will need to apply for a Business Tax Receipt for yourself.
Remote Patient Monitoring
Remote Patient Monitoring
» Avoid Unnecessary Trips to the ER or Doctors Offices Once you open your office, the office will need a BTR as
Our unique remote monitoring gateway allows Health Care Providers and Healthcare
Our unique remote monitoring gateway allows Health Care Providers and Healthcare
Saving you Hundreds of Dollars! well. If you grow your business and have other professionals
working in your office (such as a law firm or medical
Systems to track and monitor multiple vital signs of patients with chronic conditions
Systems to track and monitor multiple vital signs of patients with chronic conditions
» Link+ is Ideal for Anyone Suffering from: practice with multiple practitioners), each professional
remotely using our proprietary HIPPA compliant & FDA cleared device, the Link+.
remotely using our proprietary HIPPA compliant & FDA cleared device, the Link+.
• Diabetes under your office roof will need their own BTR. Also,
check with your local municipality for its local Business
• High Cholesterol Tax Receipt requirements.
FREE RPM kit includes the Link+, Q. I’m an art student and run a small side business
FREE RPM kit includes the Link+,
• High Blood Pressure Blood Pressure Monitor, SPO2, FREE selling my crafts directly to buyers on Instagram and
FREE
Blood Pressure Monitor, SPO2,
Glucometer, Scale & Thermometer
Blood Pressure Monitor FREE SPO2 other selling platforms like Etsy. Do I need a Business
Glucometer, Scale & Thermometer
Health Reports Tax Receipt?
FEATURES: » Immediate Vital Sign Warnings A. Yes, you do need a Business Tax Receipt, even if
100% reimbursable by Medicare,
100% reimbursable by Medicare,
Medicaid & Private Insurance Plans
Medicaid & Private Insurance Plans
» 24hr Response System » Fall Detection Alert you’re selling home-made goods online and don’t intend
to open a storefront. The BTR application is available on
» 24hr Heart Monitoring » GPS Location Services www.pbctax.com and the annual BTR renewal fee can be
Fully automated alert system notifies
Fully automated alert system notifies
call centers/providers in case of
» 24/7 Professional Call Center » Travel with Link+ paid online. Also check with your local municipality for its
call centers/providers in case of
decline in patient’s health condition local Business Tax Receipt requirements.
decline in patient’s health condition
» Medication Reminders » Daily Reports to Give to Your Doctor Q. I live in Martin County but run a construction
24HR RESPONSE SYSTEM: 2-Way Audio/Video between the business that recently started doing work in Palm Beach
2-Way Audio/Video between the
patients & the providers directly
patients & the providers directly
Individuals or seniors living alone always feel safe knowing that help is just a call away. County. What are my Business Tax Receipt obligations?
A. You will need to apply for a BTR from Palm Beach

from the Link+
from the Link+
The 24hr response feature will advise you of the immediate medical attention you may County by visiting www.pbctax.com and be sure to check
need. Your physician will be able to view your vital signs if necessary. the local municipalities within PBC that you are doing
business in, as each has separate BTR requirements, and
will verify that your BTR is up to date prior to issuing work
permits. You are required to obtain a BTR within 30 days
of starting business in Palm Beach County, and penalties
Eliminates Eliminates 2-Way GPS Medication 3G/4G Call Center Customized Trigger will be charged after that grace period.
Trigger
Eliminates
Eliminates
GPS
3G/4G
Medication
Call Center
2-Way
Customized
Tablets Bluetooth Audio/Video Location Reminders Cellular Platform API Reports Alerts Q. I work from home as a customer service representative
Bluetooth
Tablets
Audio/Video
Location
Reports
Alerts
Cellular
Reminders
Platform API
answering phone calls for my employer, who has provided
REMAIN SAFE IN YOUR HOME me with all the necessary equipment I need to perform my
LiveCare, 252 W 37th Street, 17th Floor, New York, NY 10018 • (800)-993-4233
LiveCare, 252 W 37th Street, 17th Floor, New York, NY 10018 • (800)-993-4233
job. Do I need a Business Tax Receipt?
A. No. If you are a home-based employee answering
» Wear it as a Necklace » Stay in Touch with Family customer service calls from your home for your company
» When Leaving your Home Connects » Your Doctor can Talk and See and you receive a W-2 from that company, you do not need
with 4G Cellular or Wifi you with a phone Call to obtain a BTR.

Visit www.pbctax.com/local-business-tax for full details,
» Has Fall Detection » Free Monthly Medical Reports forms, and an online payment portal.
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