Starting a Business in DC
When starting a new business, there are many important decisions to make and
many rules and procedures that must be addressed.
However, first and foremost is the licensing consideration because without licensing, you will be
operating an illegal business.
The first thing to set up is your legal structure because all other licensing and tax registration will be filed under
the structure.
For example, if you register as an llc, you will need the llc certificate first and your operating agreement because if for instance you need
a seller's permit, it will have to be registered under the LLC name and state registration number.
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For example,
you may be wondering whether to incorporate, form an llc or even
how to get a
business license, how to get a tax id number or, if using a trade name other
than your last name, how to file a dba in
DC . If you sell at the
retail or wholesale lever,
getting a wholesale license should be one of your
concerns. While there is no
single source for all filing requirements, the following steps have been
developed to assist you in starting your business.
Whether the question is how to get a business license, or getting a wholesale
license, dba, tax id number or simply licensing your business, we can help you
start your business.
It is helpful to begin with a business plan. A business plan is a blueprint of
every aspect of your business. Sales, Marketing, Advertising, Promotion and
Location are just some of the aspects of creating a plan. Click on the following
link to the US Small Business Administration to find a tutorial on how to create
a business plan.
If you would like help deciding on a location for your business, visit the
Websites of DC 's Regional Chambers of Commerce.
Choose a business structure.
Select a business entity type from the following
list for a brief overview of the principal types of legal business structures
available in DC . A legal representative and accountant should be
consulted before making a determination as to the type of business entity to
form.
Sole Proprietorship
Corporation
Limited Liability Company
Limited Partnership
General Partnership
Limited Liability Partnership
Your next step will be to file your tax and employer identification documents.
Most businesses require licenses or permits in order to operate. Please click on
each of the resources below to determine if your business requires any licenses
or permits.
DC
Startup Basics - Small Business Development Information
DC
Starting a business can be an exciting venture offering many
rewards. However, you must be prepared and you must understand the
basics of Starting a Business.
Starting a Business In DC
Small Business
Start Business
Starting Your Own Business
Small Business Opportunity
DC Law
DC Small Business Startup Guide
Startup Topics
Are you ready?
Finding a Niche
Buying a Business
Buying a Franchise
Checklist for starting a business
FREE online Business Planning Course
Protecting Your Ideas
Product Basics
Startup Guide
Forms of Ownership
Business Planning
Planning Topics
Business Plan Basics
Writing the Plan
Using the Plan
FREE Online Business Planning Workshop
Planning is one of the most important aspects of starting a
business. Proper planning is needed for success in business and, for
that matter, anything you do in life.
Financing
All DC businesses require some form of financing. Learn about raising
capital, borrowing money and managing the financial operations of
your business.
Finance Topics
Financing Basics
Estimating Costs
Finding Capital
Personal vs. Business
Applying for a Loan
Small Business
Lenders
Specific Training
Understanding Financial Statements
Marketing
Marketing Topics
Marketing Basics
Marketing Research
Competitive Analysis
Marketing Plan
Ads and PR
Trade Shows
eMarketing
Signage
FREE Online Marketing Course
Marketing is all about satisfying customer needs. Learn how to
better understand customer needs and ways to satisfy those needs.
Employees
The employees of a business are its most important asset. Learn how
to find and manage your employees successfully.
Employment Topics
Finding Employees
Employees Taxes
Employment Law
Employee or Contractor
Employee Benefits
Specific Training
Taxes
Tax Topics
EIN
Payroll Taxes
Federal Income Tax
Self-Employment Tax
State Taxes
Local Taxes
Sales and Use Tax
Specific Training
Understanding tax requirements is a necessary aspect of all
businesses. Learn about payroll taxes, employee identification
numbers, Federal income taxes, and other required taxes.
Legal Aspects
Following the conceptual stage of starting a business, a DC prospective
owner will move towards the actual legal formation of the business.
There is much that needs to be known about forms of ownership,
required licenses and business law.
DC
Legal Topics
Forms of Ownership
Licenses and Permits
Business Laws
Special Interest
Special Interest Topics
Women Entrepreneurs
Veterans
Native Americans
Minorities
Young Entrepreneurs
International Trade
FilingsUsa.com offers many DC special programs and supports many
special interests. Within its mission to assist the development and
growth of small businesses, the FilingsUsa.com has a vast menu of
focused initiatives.
