Register your business | U.S. Small Business Administration
Register your business to make it a distinct legal entity. How and where you need to register depends on your business structure and business location.
Choose a business structure - Small Business Administration
Mar 7, 2025 · You'll need to choose a business structure before you register your business with the state. Most businesses will also need to get a tax ID number and file for the appropriate …
Open a business bank account - Small Business Administration
May 19, 2023 · They bring along their business documents, including their business license and Employer Identification Number (EIN). They open a checking and savings account at a bank …
Basic Information About Operating Agreements | U.S. Small …
May 18, 2016 · Regardless of your business structure, some paperwork like an operating agreement is expected. Here are the basics every LLC owner should know about operating …
Stay legally compliant | U.S. Small Business Administration
May 29, 2024 · To stay legally compliant, you’ll need to meet external and internal business compliance requirements. Most external requirements involve filing paperwork or paying taxes …
10 steps to start your business - Small Business Administration
May 3, 2023 · The legal structure you choose for your business will impact your business registration requirements, how much you pay in taxes, and your personal liability. Learn more …
Welcome - U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) | Open Data
Welcome to Data.SBA.gov This is the home of the U.S. Small Business Administration's open data. Here you will find data, reports, and other tools from across SBA. Frequently requested …
Merge and acquire businesses - Small Business Administration
May 26, 2023 · If the merger requires you to dissolve your original company and create a new one, you might also need to open new business bank accounts, get new state and federal tax …
Joint ventures | U.S. Small Business Administration
Jul 21, 2025 · Is your business SBA certified? Government agencies reserve contracts for small businesses that are certified in SBA’s contracting programs.
Prepare to apply for the Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB) …
These checklists identify the documents that applicants will be required to submit in the application process. The beta.Certify application process is easier when applicants gather …