NEW BUSINESS STARTUP CHECKLIST
BACKGROUND
● Assess Your Financial Resources
● Assess Your Strengths And Weaknesses
● Decide On Business Location
● Determine The Start-Up Costs
● Perform a Market Research
● Develop a Marketing Plan
● Establish Business Goals
● Identify The Financial Risks
● Identify Your Competitors
● Identify Your Customers
BUSINESS TRANSACTION
● Select a Lawyer
● Choose a Form Of Organization (Corporation, LLC Etc.)
● Register Your Business Name, Incorporate The Business, Etc.
● Select an Accountant
● Prepare a Business Plan
● Select a Banker
● Set Up a Business Checking Account
● Apply For Business Loans
● Establish a Line Of Credit
● Obtain Business Insurance
FIRST STEPS
● Apply For a Federal Employer Identification Number
● Get a State Employer I.D. Number
● Get Business Cards
● Get Furniture and Equipment
● Join Professional Organizations
● Line Up Suppliers
● Obtain a Business License Or Permit
● Obtain a Lease
● Review Local Business Codes
● Send For Federal And State Tax Forms
● Set a Starting Date
Below are some key services and solutions to help you start your business.