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American Association of Government Finance 10 Steps to Help Start Your Business
While our primary function is  Loan Packaging and Placement Assistance  to help businesses get the capital they need,  we also understand that money may not be  all you need for your company’s  growth and success. 10 steps to help start your business  Courtesy of AMAGF
10 Steps to Help Start Your Business Consultation with AMAGF 1 Business Plan 2 3 Finance Options Business Location 4 Determine Legal Structure This is an example text. Go ahead and replace it 4 6 Register a Business Name (Doing Business As) 7 Get a Tax ID Number 8 Register for State and Local Taxes 9 Obtain Business License and Permits Understand Employer Responsibilities 10
Step 1 - Consultation with AMAGF Looking at starting or expanding your business?   Our qualified staff has the knowledge and experience and will meet with you one on one to determine what type of financing best fits your unique needs. Call 877-91-AMAGF (26243) or go to our website at www.amagf.org and click on ‘Contact Us’ tab to schedule a consultation.
Step 2 – Business Plan Although AMAGF does not write business plans, we do have a Business Partner that specializes in writing these Business Plans and can structure a Business Plan to your specific business needs.   Contact us for details.  Business Plan Business Plans are an important part  of the success of any business.
Step 3 – Finance Options SBA C AMAGF has a database of over 300 lenders to help assist with the placement of the loan once the packaging has been complete to those entrepreneurs who have not secured their own funding.  Thedatabase consists of lenders and credit unions nationally. 7a	 504	  Express  S USDA U United States Department of Agricultural RURAL DEVELOPMENT Commercial Commercial Lending
  Steps 4 - 5 Determine Legal Structure Business Location Decide which form of ownership is best for you: ,[object Object]
 Partnership,
 Limited Liability Company (LLC)
 Corporation,
 S corporation,

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10 Steps to Help Start Your Business

  • 1. American Association of Government Finance 10 Steps to Help Start Your Business
  • 2. While our primary function is Loan Packaging and Placement Assistance to help businesses get the capital they need, we also understand that money may not be all you need for your company’s growth and success. 10 steps to help start your business Courtesy of AMAGF
  • 3. 10 Steps to Help Start Your Business Consultation with AMAGF 1 Business Plan 2 3 Finance Options Business Location 4 Determine Legal Structure This is an example text. Go ahead and replace it 4 6 Register a Business Name (Doing Business As) 7 Get a Tax ID Number 8 Register for State and Local Taxes 9 Obtain Business License and Permits Understand Employer Responsibilities 10
  • 4. Step 1 - Consultation with AMAGF Looking at starting or expanding your business? Our qualified staff has the knowledge and experience and will meet with you one on one to determine what type of financing best fits your unique needs. Call 877-91-AMAGF (26243) or go to our website at www.amagf.org and click on ‘Contact Us’ tab to schedule a consultation.
  • 5. Step 2 – Business Plan Although AMAGF does not write business plans, we do have a Business Partner that specializes in writing these Business Plans and can structure a Business Plan to your specific business needs. Contact us for details. Business Plan Business Plans are an important part of the success of any business.
  • 6. Step 3 – Finance Options SBA C AMAGF has a database of over 300 lenders to help assist with the placement of the loan once the packaging has been complete to those entrepreneurs who have not secured their own funding. Thedatabase consists of lenders and credit unions nationally. 7a 504 Express S USDA U United States Department of Agricultural RURAL DEVELOPMENT Commercial Commercial Lending
  • 7.
  • 9. Limited Liability Company (LLC)
  • 12. Nonprofit or Cooperative.Get advise on how to select a customer-friendly location and comply with zoning laws. 5 4
  • 13. Steps 6 - 9 Register a Business Name Get a Tax ID Number 9 6 Learn which tax identification number you will need to obtain from the IRS and your state revenue agency. 7 Register for State and Local Taxes Register with your state to obtain a tax identification number, worker’s compensation, unemployment and disability insurance. 8 Obtain Business License and Permits Register your business name with your state government. Get a list of federal, state and local licenses and permits required for your business.
  • 14. Step 10 Employer Responsibilities We recommend you learn the legal steps you need to take to hire, have and fire employees. There are many companies that offer Human Resource assistance if you are not large enough to have that specific department.
  • 15. 10 Steps to Help Start Your Business - CHECKLIST Consultation with AMAGF 1 Business Plan 2 3 Finance Options Business Location 4 Determine Legal Structure This is an example text. Go ahead and replace it 4 6 Register a Business Name (Doing Business As) 7 Get a Tax ID Number 8 Register for State and Local Taxes 9 Obtain Business License and Permits Understand Employer Responsibilities 10
  • 16. Please contact us for assistance to facilitate and implement the 10 Steps to Help Start Your Business. www.amagf.org 877-91-AMAGF (26243) 3161 E Warm Springs Rd #200 Las Vegas, NV 89120