Start-up Costs Help Guide

Start-up Costs Help Guide

Start-up Costs Help Guide


License, Certification, Permit, and Registration Types for Ohio:


Businesses are required to register with the Ohio Secretary of State to legally conduct business in the state — this is commonly called a business license.  Similarly, many businesses and professionals are required to hold certain licenses, certifications, permits, or registrations to work in their professions. 

https://ohio.gov/jobs/resources/licenses-and-permits



Limited Liability Company (LLC):


When starting a business, there are various business structures you can choose from. Common ones include sole proprietorship, partnership, limited liability company (LLC), corporation and cooperative. Learn why many business owners choose to form an LLC.


https://www.indeed.com/hire/c/info/what-is-a-limited-liability-company?psafe_param=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw7uSkBhDGARIsAMCZNJu9xY9P2V1uJIorcxhoI8PSWX77VMUONkqRSQ5MfJbcjTAXQ_Pap7UaAvcqEALw_wcB&aceid=&gclsrc=aw.ds



Legal Counsel:


Entrepreneurs who are starting or are already running a small business question whether they need a business lawyer. Legal help is a cost of doing business that often saves you money and helps your business in the long run.


https://www.findlaw.com/smallbusiness/business-lawyer-resources/when-do-i-need-a-business-lawyer-for-my-small-business.html


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