Access to SBA tools to prepare for federal procurement, connect with commercial supply chains, meet your local business community, purchase surplus federal property, access capital, and …

May 3, 2023 · Starting a business involves planning, making key financial decisions, and completing a series of legal activities. Read on to learn about each step.

Nov 13, 2025 · A good business plan guides you through each stage of starting and managing your business. You’ll use your business plan as a roadmap for how to structure, run, and grow …

Mar 7, 2025 · You'll need to choose a business structure before you register your business with the state. Most businesses will also need to get a tax ID number and file for the appropriate …

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.

Jul 19, 2024 · Once you settle on a name you like, you need to protect it. There are four different ways to register your business name. Each way of registering your name serves a different …

SBA’s Business Guide lists the requirements needed to start, grow, and expand your business. Since laws and taxes vary by state, here’s what you need to do before starting your business …

We support America's small businesses. The SBA connects entrepreneurs with lenders and funding to help them plan, start and grow their business.

Turn your business into a reality. Learn about the paperwork and processes you need to take care of before you can start doing business.

Your small business can learn from an experienced government contractor through SBA's Mentor-Protégé program.