legal matters to open a business in tennessee?
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Check out the Small Business Administration web site -- they're a great resource for the small business owner. I listed a couple of other handy links as well.\n\nTry reading up on the subject -- check out Amazon, your local bookstore or library. \n\nI also posted some links specific to the state of TN.\n\nHope that helps! I wish you much success & happiness in all your ventures!
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try sba.gov, they have all kinds of business related information. also try the state of Maine's website.
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The first thing you should do is create a DBA.  (business name).  Go to your local Annex courthouse, it is about $10.  The best advice I can give is to begin with business cards to advertise your business because most people never throw them away.  It is a good way to get the word out.
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Contact your secretary of state.  Many secretary of state offices will have information on thier websites on how to establish a business.
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Go to your county courthouse and ask (a) if a license is required for your type of business as some occupations do not require a license; and (b) what do you need to get a license. You did not specify your business so we cannot really provide you with any other detail.\n\nOnline, you can go to your Secretary of State website (search for [name of your state] Secretary of State) and look for the link on how to do business in the state. Usually that page will contain info or link to instructions on how to get a business license.
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Talk to some of the other business owners in your area. Find out who they use and if they would recommend their lawyers.
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Do your own homework, for starters.\n\nTry visiting or calling a small law office. I guarantee you will learn much more this way, and you can do some networking (making vaulable business and employment contatcts).
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You can find all your answers here:\nhttp://www.sba.gov/starting_business/startup/guide.html
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Check with the state of interest -- I posted a link to the SBA's Directory of States, Where to Obtain Business Licenses.\n\nHope that helps!
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First, be sure of what it is you'll be doing. Do you have experience in it? Is there a success rate for that type of business operating from the home? What kinds of costs are associated with that type of business? What kinds of overhead (i.e. computer, telephone, desk, etc.) is needed? So on & so forth.\n\nTry reading up on the subject -- check out Amazon, your local bookstore or library. Some keywords to keep in mind: small business, home business, start-ups, etc.\n\nAlso, check out the sources box -- I put some links in there that could help you start on your way.\n\nDo you have a name in mind for your B2B business? Prior to investing your time, money & effort into a name, it is strongly advised that comprehensive research be conducted to ensure that the name you're interested in is truly available. \n\nThis entails searching the pending & registered Federal and State trademark files as well as the US National Common-Law files. Then, if clear, you can decide if you would like to file for a Federal or a State trademark. \n\nResearch is needed to make sure your trade name is legally available, before opening, before expansion, before incorporation or before designing your logo. Similarities in sound, appearance and meaning affect you too!\n\nThere are 16+ million trade names in use in the United States. Similar names matter, if close in sound, appearance or meaning. Similar names in related classes, distribution channels and customer matter too. You are affected by Common Law use (14 million), State Trademarks (500,000) and Federal Trademarks (2 million).
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Your county government is a great place  to start to find details that pertain to your cardboard recycling business.\n\nI presume you live in Tennessee. \n\nHere are some links you can view for your research. I have included links in different areas of Tennessee to expand your research criteria:\n\nhttp://www.nashville.gov/recycle/Recycling/business%20recycling/waste_exchange.htm\nhttp://www.co.lawrence.tn.us/Recycling.htm\nhttp://www.ci.knoxville.tn.us/solidwaste/recycle.asp\nhttp://www.state.tn.us/environment/tn_consv/archive/recycling.htm\n\nHope this helps you and I wish you much success in your future business endeavors!\n\nGod Bless....
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Tennessee\nMarriage License Laws \n\nID Requirement: Valid driver's license or certified birth certificate or valid passport. You must also provide your Social Security number. It is a non-negotiable requirement. You must have proof of Social Security. Passports from those who are not US citizens are acceptable. \n\nResidency Requirement: You do not have to be a resident of Tennessee. \n\nPrevious Marriages: You will need to show a copy of your divorce decree.
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Go to Lexisnexis.com for information on laws
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Start Your Own Corporation\nFrom Darrell Zahorsky,\nYour Guide to Small Business Information.\nHave an Idea? Pitch a Story\nFREE Newsletter. Sign Up Now!\n\nShould your small business become a corporation? This is a question you need to ask during the start-up and evolution of your company. Learn what you need to know about incorporating your small business.\n\nBill's years of hard work had finally paid off. Bill's company, a sole proprietorship computer business was earning solid profits and had built a large client base. Bill thought he had it made, until a part-time employee had "an accident" that wiped out a customer's computer system.\n\nIn a matter of months, Bill's dream business came tumbling down. Slapped with a lawsuit, the sole proprietor lost all his assets, savings, house, and marriage. If Bill had his company incorporated, his business and personal life would have been separated and had an additional layer of protection.\n\nncorporation reduces disasters.\n\nAccording to BizStats.com, only 22% of all the small businesses in America are a limited liability corporation, S corporation, or C corporation. Over 72% of businesses are solely operated and exposed to liability risk.\n\nThe decision to start your own corporation will vary, depending on the needs of the business and yourself. Consider the following benefits of incorporation:\n\nBenefits of Starting Your Own Corporation\n\n# Liability: A corporation exists as a separate legal entity from your personal life. Any debts or lawsuits are incurred by the company, not the owner. Any business with potential for lawsuits should consult with a lawyer and consider incorporation. Incorporating will offer an added layer of protection but it is still adviseable to obtain business liability insurance.\n\nThe bad debts will often be the responsibility of the corporation. In the case of bank financing, more and more banks require business owners to sign a personal guarantee; making your personal assets collectible on a defaulted loan. Consider your options before signing.\n\n# Taxation: Another main benefit to incorporating is the taxation of a company. Corporations are often taxed at a lower rate and have better taxable benefits. Talk to your accountant about the tax advantages.\n\n# Raising Money: Financing a small business as a sole proprietorship or partnership can be difficult. A corporation can sell shares of the company and raise money easier than other business structure types.\n\n# Selling the Business: A non-corporate business is hard to valuate properly. A business corporation value will be based on the business, not the owner, therefore making it easy to sell the company.\n\nStarting your own corporation can be more costly and time consuming than other business types. Your accountant and lawyer can advise you accordingly. The steps to incorporation are as follows:\n\n7 Steps to Start Your Own Corporation\n\n1: Choose a Corporate Name & Address: Have a corporate name search performed to ensure you are unique and have no trade mark problems in the future.\n2: Select A State to Incorporate: Setting up a corporation will be easier and cheaper in your home state than out of state.\n\n3: Select A Corporation Type: Determine the best type of corporation for your business--LLC, S corporation or C corporation.\n\n4: Determine Company Directors: Directors of the company and positions will have to be filed within the Articles of Incorporation and By-laws.\n\n5: Choose Your Share Type:Corporations can issue common and preferred stock. Select the best for your situation.\n\n6: Obtain Certificate of Incorporation: Available from local State office or business retailer.\n\n7: Process & File Incorporation: Your incorporation can be completed by a lawyer or a do-it-yourself kit. Finally, file your incorporation with a Registered Agent.\n\nThe decision to incorporate or not is an important one. Work with your advisors to determine if the time is right for
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Best scenario would be to consult with a legal professional on what's appropriate for your business needs.\nBut you can look at some legal docs online you might find useful... Just make sure you both agree to the terms.\n\nhttp://www.google.com/search?sourceid=navclient&ie=UTF-8&rls=GGLG,GGLG:2006-20,GGLG:en&q=legal+document+contract
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The best routes to take are to research the process of starting a business as well as the industry you're interested in.\n\nI posted links for you in the source box pertaining to starting a business in your state.\n\nResearch, research, research – this cannot be stressed enough. Read as much as you can. Here are some book titles that are relevant:\n\n* How To Start A Business In Georgia (Legal Survival Guides) by Charles T. Robertson, Mark Warda\n* How to Form a Corporation Llc or Partnership in Georgia by W. Dean Brown\n\nHope that helps! I wish you much success & happiness in all your ventures!
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There is no rule of thumb for this because it depends so much on the type of business you are looking at,its situation & how you want to launch it.Will you buy or rent a property or work from home?What equipment do you need & can it be bought in good condition 2nd-hand & thus save money?Why lawyers' fees?Does the type of business need a lawyer's input at this stage?What about accountants?They can be more useful in advising on the type of business to start with i.e sole trader/partnership/limited company?How to keep simple records,VAt registration,PAYE if you expect to have employees etc.I would advise finding a properly qualified accountant in a small practice.Their fees are usually less & you should get better treatment.the big firms are both horribly expensive & rather stuck-up.(Sorry,but I know a lot about this particular subject!)\n\n\n Why not do research via trade organisations etc & thus save \nhiring market reseachers?