Business start up costs and licenses

I build Custom Computers I have a couple of Product lines. Just local.
Working on possibly getting contracts with larger company for specialized builds. I Have Trade marked my Company name and I need a business license. Tax id and all that. It is based out of my home for now. i STARTED JUST BUILDING COMPUTERS FOR FRIENDS At no profit which then led to the demand for me to make money so I do have a question Are those coas considered start up costs. Advertisement of you will?

Yes you need to get the correct Business start up costs and licenses. These licenses are need to start your own business: a business license , seller's permit, fed tax id and a dba.
These are the types that are required. The costs depend on the type of business you are getting in you may need to research that further.

Business Licenses in Los Angeles CA

Getting a business license in Los Angeles California, is pretty standard - like getting a license in any US city. Normally, the Los Angeles Business License division is backed up two months so it may take that long to get your license. So be patient.

To get your license, you can go in person, or use a legal service like www.businessnameusa.com to help you.

Tax Matters pertaining to a City of Los Angeles Business License Tax. Returns are due by the end of February of the year following the subject tax year. For businesses that register and file their tax returns on time, there is no tax. So it is important to file, or have your accountant file, the return on time.

Online filing is available only on the City of Los Angeles Office of Finance web site but also in this site: www.businessnameusa.com/bl.htm

Business Licenses You Need When You Start a business

In general, you need at least a business license and a dba. If you sell taxable items you may need a sellers permit. Hiring employees means you need to get a FEIN AND a SEIN EMPLOYER TAX ID NUMBERS.

Getting a Business License to Start Your Business

Starting a Business Requires that you get a business license. This can be done at the state, city or county level and it depends on factors such as gross business income, number of employees, and location or type of business you are operating.

Here is the list of licenses you need to start your business:

Here are the license needed to start a business anywhere in the United States.

1. Business License: All businesses (including Online E-Commerce, EBay, and home businesses) are required to obtain a business license. Here's how to get a business license:

2. Tax Id Number
Employers must obtain a federal tax id number (EIN) and a state tax id number (EIN). How to Get a Tax Id Number Corporations, and LLCs must obtain a federal tax id number (EIN).

3. Those that buy or sell wholesale, need a wholesale license. Also, those that want to buy wholesale ( without paying any taxes) and sell retail, need a wholesale license also called a seller's permit or reseller's license. Note that it is also called a state tax id.

4. DBA: If you use a business name that does not include your last name, you need a dba. Also, even if you use your last name, if you use anything such as "& associates" you need a dba filing.

5. If you are a professional, such as a doctor or lawyer, you need a state license as well. Also, trades such as mechanics, contractors and hairdressers need a state license as well. You need to take a test to get a state occupational license.

Other than the above, you rarely need more license unless you sell tabacco, alcohol or gas.

You may want to optionally incorporate or form an llc, but you don't have to legally incorporate your business.

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