How to Start a Business in Banks County
Better Business Bureau
The Better Business Bureau offers BBBTipsTM about Creating a Business Plan. Writing an effective business plan will increase the likelihood of getting a loan. It will help you focus the many creative thoughts in your mind, and it will prevent you from wasting time with strategies that aren't productive to growing a business.
U.S. Small Business Association (SBA)
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is an independent agency of the federal government working to help Americans start, build and grow businesses. Small business is critical to our economic recovery and strength, building America's future, and helping the United States compete in today's global marketplace. The SBA, through an extensive network of field offices and partnerships with public and private organizations delivers its services to people throughout the United States, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands and Guam.
Georgia Secretary of State
Before you start any kind of business, find out whether you will be required to obtain any special government licenses or permits. In most cases, you must obtain a particular license before commencing operation. The Georgia Secretary of State’s First Stop Business Guide will help you determine what you’ll need.
Internal Revenue Service
As a new business owner you need to know your federal tax responsibilities. This page provides links to basic Starting A Business for people who are starting a business. It also provides information to assist in making basic business decisions.
Georgia Department of Economic Development
Click Doing Business In Georgia for the Georgia Department of Economic Development’s page about starting a business.
Georgia Department of Labor
Click Employment Laws and Regulations for an easy-to-read resource covering important legal topics employers will want to know from the Georgia Department of Labor
These are other organizations that are committed to serving specific small business needs or focusing on specific regions of the state.
Appalachian Community Enterprises (ACE)
Appalachian Community Enterprises (ACE) provides small business loans, financial education programs, coaching and business connections. ACE is a leading provider of Georgia Green Loans. With a Georgia Green Loan, small businesses can start or expand an eco-friendly product or service or "green" an existing business.
The Georgia SBDC Network
The Georgia Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network provides training, technical assistance, and research to help entrepreneurs improve their chances for success.
The Georgia SBDC Network is a collaboration of the University of Georgia, Georgia State University, Kennesaw State University, Clayton State University, Georgia Southern University, Valdosta State University, the University of West Georgia, and the U.S. Small Business Administration.
