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

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 …

May 3, 2023 · Once you’ve picked the perfect business name, it’s time to make it legal and protect your brand. If you’re doing business under a name different than your own, you’ll need to …

Sep 3, 2025 · 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 …

Launch your business Turn your business into a reality. Register, file, and start doing business. Pick your business location Choose a business structure Choose your business name …

Doing business in our area Learn how to register your business, access state and federal resources, and find lenders in our area.

Choose your business name Your name is part of your brand, so think about how you’ll use it to best serve your business.

Nov 13, 2025 · Your business plan is the foundation of your business. Learn how to write a business plan quickly and efficiently with a business plan template.

Plan to make your great idea into a great small business using SBA's data and trend resources, business plan templates and startup cost calculator.

While attending this no cost 2-hour workshop, you will learn how to get your business name registered, where to obtain a tax ID number, which legal form to choose, business planning, …