Starting a BusinessOften it is the simplest of ideas that can take entrepreneurs off on a ground-breaking adventure. Yet before the idea can take off business leaders must make important investments and commitments of time and money. Starting a business involves thinking, planning, making financial decisions, and meeting legal and regulatory requirements. Use our recommendations to guide you along the process.

Key steps for starting your business:

Are you ready?

Get local assistance & training:

  • NJSBDC New Jersey Small Business Development Center : free, comprehensive start-up and management counseling & affordable training.  Call 856 225-6221
  • Southern NJ Score:  free counseling and mentoring
  • UCEDC:  Helps by making loans, training and mentoring business owners, helping businesses obtain government contracts, and providing accurate and relevant business information.

Write a business plan:

  • Business Plans Handbook:  Browse through hundreds of templates & samples from our online eBook library.
  • Small Business Resource Center:  A  complete e-resource library of expert know-how on all major areas of starting & running a business including financing, management, marketing, human resources, franchising, accounting and taxes.

Register your business:

Choose a business location:

Learn about financing options:

Keep it legal

Featured Sites:

  1. New Jersey Business Action Center: “One-stop” shop for information about starting and running a business in New Jersey. Goal is to help attract, retain and grow businesses in New Jersey.
  2. The Small Business Administration (SBA) is a government agency committed to providing support services to small businesses across the nation.