A newbi in the co-op buz and need help broz :)

[smokethedays]

Hey guys,

Im new to this wonderful forum where people like me hang

So I have a question that I have heard so many different answers for.
I found a decent spot in LA county, the Harbor area to be more specific and the land lord is kool with the buz.

Now what are the steps to get going?!! :rastasmoke:

smokethedays Reviewed by smokethedays on 09-07-2009. A newbi in the co-op buz and need help broz :) Hey guys, Im new to this wonderful forum where people like me hang :D So I have a question that I have heard so many different answers for. I found a decent spot in LA county, the Harbor area to be more specific and the land lord is kool with the buz. Now what are the steps to get going?!! :rastasmoke: Rating: 5

[smokethedays]

Anyone? commomn guys.

[phatsesh101]

there is no definative right way to do it, and they can always find something wrong.

maybe check out a class oaksterdam or somthing

[americancowboy]

Hey guys,

Im new to this wonderful forum where people like me hang

So I have a question that I have heard so many different answers for.
I found a decent spot in LA county, the Harbor area to be more specific and the land lord is kool with the buz.

Now what are the steps to get going?!! :rastasmoke:

no matter how ya slice it and dice it have a good business plan
tax papers and such
business name
get involved with local officials find out who is for and who is against
security and construction
product and reliable sources
good staff (this one will be the hard one)
if you can get certified oaksterdam staff looks good for you on paper
keep the neighborhood clean and put back a little into the neighborhood
tree planting volunteer work it all helps you look good
CONTROL BLING BLING to much makes ya look like a dope dealer
their ya have it if you need some help just email:thumbsup:
americancowboy

[bickeybammer]

well la has been not allowing dispensaries but i believe the moratorium ends soon soo you might be in luck...

follow jerry browns guidlines closely

you already took your first step in finding a spot..

next thing is to start a non forprofit corporation .. you have to operate as a non forprofit .. thats your structure and your rules.. you set the salaries.. i wouldnt go above 50000 for the first 2 years..

get your sellers permit..

tobacco license .. not because your selling tobacco .. but you might have rolling papers pipes ect.. its more for protection

business license ... this is were people get tripped up ... do not put medical marijuana put retail general merchandise


you have to set up security.. alarms safety buttons bullet proof glass.. ect...

hope this helps and good luck :thumbsup:

[bickeybammer]

o yah its a collective not a co op

[HayesHunter]

Co-ops are better then Collective in the laws eyes. you will need a buisness plan, I have a few of them. You can contact me if you like, i consult for Collectives and Co-ops in the area. check out RESCUED 4 LIFE - Our BusinessWe create and consult for Homeowners, Collectives and Co-operatives.Ã? We help large commerical grow opperations and very small closet growers as well.Ã? No one is too small or to big to help.Ã? Ã? Ã? Start ups, Parleminta and hit me back if you are interested. I will give you a heads up, i like to consult for collectives trying to be outside the box and more legal then ever. If you are looking for easy money and planning on leaving the industry in a short time try someone else. thank you and good luck Drew Hayes.