Business Loans for Women - Business Checklist Before You Apply For Your Business Loan.

1. you must have a business plan
2. You must realize how very important your business plan is
3. Is your company going to operate as a corporation, sole proprietorship, non-profit or a partnership.
4. Obtain your legal papers from your state.
5. Apply for a Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) by filling out form SS-4.
6. Apply for a state sales tax number if you plan on selling a taxable product or service.
7. Contact your state Department of Labor or Employment for unemployment insurance registration materials.
8. Contact Workers Compensation Commission. (unless you are a sole proprietorship without employees.
9. Contact any local offices to find our if there are any local registration or license requirements.
10. If you are operating a home business, check with local code enforcement to ensure compliance with local requirements.
11. Contact the Bureau of Labor Standards office to find our what is necessary with the Occupational Safety and Health Act.
12. Contact your state’s Department of Taxation/Revenue to request the proper paperwork for registration, and to receive instructions on withholding and paying state income taxes, excise tax, etc.