Each U.S. state has its own set of business regulations and resources. Work.com offers guides for doing business in each state. Currently, the most popular state guide is New York, but you can find business resources for every state.
Dan Kehrer, Work.com editor, offers his advice on regional business:
- Many types of businesses require state, city or county licenses and permits. State offices will spell out any specific requirements for your industry.
- Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) are an often-overlooked but terrific place to obtain free or low-cost advice and information, including training seminars and technology resources that are nearby.
- Locally-based SBDC consultants can advise you individually on how to write a business plan, market your products and services, find financial resources and other valuable information.
- The regional SBA office can plug you into loan and assistance programs, seminars and other initiatives to aid small businesses.
- Linking up with a local SCORE counselor is a great way to learn from an experienced individual about state-specific solutions.
Here a few other go-to links about regional development opportunities that I keep bookmarked: Town USA's List of Chambers of Commerce, USDA Rural Development website, The USA Department of Commerce website.
Posted by: melissa paxton | February 05, 2007 at 09:37 PM
Melissa, thanks for the great regional business resources.
Posted by: Shara | February 06, 2007 at 11:06 AM