Your business location determines zoning laws, taxes and regulations. 

Select a business structure that gives you the right balance of legal protections and benefits. 

Your name is part of your brand, so think about how you’ll use it to best serve your business. 

Now you’ve decided on your name, structure, and location, register your business as a distinct legal entity. 

Set up your IDs to allow your small business to pay state and federal taxes. 

These depend on laws, location, and activities, and vary at the state and federal level. 

Stay compliant and protected once your business is ready to accept or spend money. 

Protect yourself from the unexpected costs of accidents, natural disasters, and lawsuits.