How to Start a Company in Texas
Revision as of 18:46, 15 January 2016 by imported>DavidZ
Basic process:
Step 1: Business Structure and Name
Determine the legal structure of the business and properly file the business name with the state and/or county.
- Sole Proprietorship
- For Profit Corporation
- Professional Corporation
- Professional Association
- General Partnership
- Limited Partnership
- Limited Liability Partnership
- Limited Liability Company
(Above information are obtained from Texas Small Business Handbook[1])
Step 2: Tax Responsibilities
Determine the potential tax responsibilities of the new business on the federal, state, and local level.
Step 3: Business Licenses and Permits
Determine necessary licenses, permits, certifications, registrations, and/or authorizations for a specific business on the federal, state, and local level.
Step 4: Business Employer Requirements
Determine federal and state employer requirements. There are various laws relating to employment of personnel.