How To Start A Business In Indiana

Below you will find helpful information on how to start and register your new business in the state of Indiana.

Getting Started- Indiana has a website to help you get started with your new business:  https://inbiz.in.gov/

-Select your business structure.

Determine what business structure you wish to have: Sole-proprietor, LLC, Partnership, Corporation, etc. https://secure.in.gov/sos/business/2426.htm

-Register your business name.

You may need to register a fictitious name for your business.  https://secure.in.gov/sos/business/2426.htm

If you need help choosing a business name: 12 Tips to Help Choose a Business Name

 -Register your new business with Indiana.

Start registering your business with the state of Indiana here:  https://inbiz.in.gov/start-business/step-one/

-Open a Business Checking Account.

You will need to open a separate bank account for your business using your new business name.

-Find out about taxes, hire an accountant.

You may choose to file your own taxes, or decide to hire an accountant.  More information about taxes here:

• Indiana Department of Revenue
• IRS- Starting A Business

  – Liability Insurance.

You may, or may not choose to have liability insurance, depending on what type of business you have.

-City License.

You may be required to obtain a license operate your business in a particular locale, whether you are a resident, or not.