Business Guide | U.S. Small Business Administration
Manage your business Run your business like a boss. Master day-to-day operations and prepare for success. Manage your finances Hire and manage employees Pay taxes Stay legally compliant Buy …
10 steps to start your business - Small Business Administration
May 3, 2023 · 10 steps to start your business Starting a business involves planning, making key financial decisions, and completing a series of legal activities. Read on to learn about each step.
Launch your business | U.S. Small Business Administration
Get federal and state tax ID numbers Set up your IDs to allow your small business to pay state and federal taxes.
Open a business bank account - Small Business Administration
May 19, 2023 · Benefits of business bank accounts As soon as you start accepting or spending money as your business, you should open a business bank account. Common business accounts include a …
Plan your business | U.S. Small Business Administration
Plan your business Plan to make your great idea into a great small business using SBA's data and trend resources, business plan templates and startup cost calculator.
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 · The business structure you choose influences everything from day-to-day operations, to taxes and how much of your personal assets are at risk. You should choose a business structure that …
Get federal and state tax ID numbers - Small Business Administration
Jun 6, 2025 · Your state tax ID and federal tax ID numbers — also known as an Employer Identification Number (EIN) — work like a personal social security number, but for your business. They let your …
Hire and manage employees - Small Business Administration
Aug 15, 2025 · Hire and pay employees Before finding the right person for the job, you’ll need to create a plan for paying employees. Follow these steps to set up payroll:
Choose your business name | U.S. Small Business Administration
Jul 19, 2024 · In most cases, your entity name registration protects your business and prevents anyone else in the state from operating under the same entity name. However, there are exceptions …