Take the Next Right Step
Step 1: Create a Business Plan
Read More: SBA “Write Your Business Plan”
Step 2: Choose a Name and Register a Domain
Read More: SBA “Choose Your Business Name”
Step 3: Select Trusted Advisors (CPA & Attorney)
Read More: “How to Find the Right Small Business Tax Advisor for Your Business”
Step 4: Clarify Your Business Plan and Budget
Step 5: Choose Ownership Entity
Step 6: Register Your Business & Obtain a Business License
Read More: SBA “Register Your Business”
Step 7: Identify Tax Filing Requirements
Read More: SBA “Pay Taxes”
Step 8: Open a Bank Account
Read More: Forbes “Planning Ahead: Banking for Your Startup and Yourself”
Step 9: Set Up a Social Media Profiles and a Website
Read More: SBA “5 Tips to Make Your Small Business Social Media Savvy”
Step 10: Capitalize
Read More: SBA “Fund Your Business”
Step 11: Insure Your Business
Read More: SBA “Get Business Insurance”
Step 12: Choose Your Location
Read More: SBA “Pick Your Business Location”
Step 13: Prepare Bookkeeping/Accounting System
Read More:
Inc.com “How to Choose Business Accounting Software”
Step 14: Set Up Payroll
Read More: SBA “Hire and Manage Employees”