Launch your business | U.S. Small Business Administration
Turn your business into a reality. Learn about the paperwork and processes you need to take care of before you can start doing business.
Business Guide | U.S. Small Business Administration
Launch your business Turn your business into a reality. Register, file, and start doing business. Pick your business location Choose a business structure Choose your business name …
Register your business | U.S. Small Business Administration
If your business is a limited liability company (LLC), corporation, partnership, or nonprofit corporation, you'll probably need to register with any state where you conduct business activities.
Open a business bank account - Small Business Administration
May 19, 2023 · Open a business account when you're ready to start accepting or spending money as your business. A business bank account helps you stay legally compliant and protected. It …
Loans | U.S. Small Business Administration
Counseling and education: Some loans come with continued support to help you start and run your business. Unique benefits: Lower down payments, flexible overhead requirements, and …
10 steps to start your business - Small Business Administration
May 3, 2023 · Write your business plan Your business plan is the foundation of your business. It’s a roadmap for how to structure, run, and grow your new business. You’ll use it to convince …
Establish business credit | U.S. Small Business Administration
May 19, 2023 · Establishing and managing business credit can help your company secure financing when you need it and with better terms. It can also help you negotiate supply …
Fund your business | U.S. Small Business Administration
Nov 13, 2024 · When John and Kelly didn’t have enough money to open their auto repair shop, they got an SBA-backed loan to help start their business. John and Kelly calculate their startup …
Choose a business structure | U.S. Small Business Administration
Mar 7, 2025 · If a shareholder leaves the company or sells his or her shares, the C corp can continue doing business relatively undisturbed. Corporations have an advantage when it …
Increasing access to capital - Small Business Administration
Mar 10, 2025 · Content SBA loans for capital The following types of capital can be used to start, grow or expand your manufacturing business.