Business Owner's Guide

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General Requirements for Starting Your Business

• Business Structure
• Establishing Tax Accounts
• Additional Employer Responsibilities

Licensing and Permitting Issues

• Building & Facility Ownership
• Specific Occupational Business Licenses

Naming Your Business

File a "Registration of Assumed Business Name" with the County Recorder's Office in the County of your business.

• Registration of Assumed Business Name Form
• County Recorders Affirmation Statement
• County Recorders Telephone Numbers

Additional Considerations for Your Business

• Local and Federal Regulations
• Business Assistance

Other Important Resources

• Indiana Department of Revenue District Offices
• Department of Workforce Development Offices
• Service Corps of Retired Executives Offices (SCORE)
• Small Business Development Center Network (SBDC)