Resources for Starting a Small Business United States For those looking to get started as a small business owner, we’ve compiled a few resources below that you may find useful. Please note, we are only providing recommendations based upon publicly available resources. We encourage you to research and connect with other small business groups, owners, and government agencies in your area for further advice, recommendations, and referrals. Matterport is not providing legal, tax, insurance or other professional advice by making the following information available to you and disclaims any responsibility for the accuracy, completeness or legal adequacy of the following information. You will need to consult with your own legal counsel, accountants, insurance brokers and other professional advisors to finalize your own business plans and resources.
BUSINESS INCORPORATION
Start here: Video Introduction 01. How to Start a Business 02. Write Your Business Plan (if needed) 03. Choose Your Business Structure 04. Choose & Register Your Business 05. Choose Your Business Location & Equipment 06. Business Licenses & Permits 07. Learn About Business Laws 08. Business Financials 09. Finance Your Business 10. Filing & Paying Taxes 11. Hire & Retain Employees
SERVICE PARTNER
U.S. Small Business Administration Contact Information: By Mail: US Small Business Administration 409 3rd St, SW Washington DC 20416 By Phone: SBA Answer Desk: 800-827-5722 By Email: For general SBA questions, email
[email protected] U.S. District Offices SBA’s District Offices are responsible for the delivery of SBA’s many programs and services throughout the country. Services available include: Free counseling, advice and information on starting a business through the Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE). Financial assistance for new or existing businesses through guaranteed loans made by area bank and non-bank lenders. Free consulting services through the network of Small Business Development Centers. SBDCs also conduct training events throughout the district - some require a nominal registration fee. Assistance to businesses owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals through the Minority Enterprise Development Program. Women’s Business Ownership Representatives are available to advise women business owners. Special loan programs are available for businesses involved in international trade. Guaranteed loans are available for credit-worthy veterans. To find a local SBA District Office near you, click here.
SERVICE PARTNER
TAX / ACCOUNTING ASSISTANCE Please find a few resources below for tax / accounting assistance. We encourage you to find a provider that best fits your business needs. Small Biz Accountants Accountantsworld Yelp (local search) Do it yourself software: Wave Apps Quickbooks Additional resources: Introduction to Accounting [SBA.gov] Accounting for Small Businesses [Accounting.com]
SMB / BUSINESS OWNER INSURANCE Please find a few resources below for SMB/business owner insurance. We encourage you to find a provider that best fits your business needs. InsuranceQuotes.com Geico TheHartford Progressive Commercial All State Farmers
OTHER RECOMMENDED BUSINESS SERVICES https://www.upcounsel.com/
SERVICE PARTNER ©2017 Matterport, Inc. All Rights Reserved. The Matterport name and logo are trademarks of Matterport, Inc.
