Steps to Starting a Business

• Raise start-up money
• Choose between a sole proprietorship, partnership or LLC
• Get licenses and permits
• Buy or sell a business or franchise
• Negotiate a favorable lease
• Insure your business
• Hire independent contractors safely
• Understand small business tax rules
• Pick and protect a good name
• Resolve legal disputes
• Adopt the best customer policies
• Enter into strong contracts
• Cope with financial problems