Topic: Starting your business

Learn the five essential steps everyone needs to take when starting their own business.

1. Establish a financial plan.
2. Develop a business plan.
3. Do the required research.
4. Know how to manage finances.
5. Network for ongoing success.

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Small Business Administration: Expert advice on how to start, finance, and manage a small business

Topic: Licensing your small business

Department of Licensing: Answers to the most frequently asked questions about business licenses, including tips on filling out forms

Topic: Legal advocacy and political resources

Secretary of State: Washington state policy and initiative resource

Topic: Continuing education

BECU seminar: Learn about legal structures, licensing and registration, accounting reports, and revenue/expense projections in our Financing Your Small Business seminar

Business development classes: One-on-one counseling, research, and group projects are all part Highline Community College’s Small Business Development Center offerings

Topic: Taxes

Washington State Department of Revenue: Read about Washington state tax laws and how they impact small businesses

Internal Revenue Service: Tax information for small businesses

Electronic Federal Tax Payment System: Pay federal taxes electronically

Topic: Additional Resources

NCUA—National Credit Union Administration: A US Government Agency

CheckFree Electronic Direct Deposit Enrollment: Sign up for direct electronic deposits to your BECU Small Business account