The Small Business Start-Up Kit

Your one-stop guide to starting a small business

Want to start a business? Don't know where to begin? The Small Business Start-Up Kit shows you how to set up a small business in your state and deal with state and local forms, fees, and regulations.

We'll show you how to:

• choose the right business structure, such as an LLC or corporation

• write an effective business plan

• pick a winning business name and protect

• get the proper licenses and permits

• manage finances and taxes

• hire and manage staff, and

• market your business effectively, online and off.

The 14th edition is updated with the latest legal and tax rules affecting small businesses, plus social media and e-commerce trends.