Most states and local jurisdictions require that any person who conducts business must obtain a business license before the opening the doors to the public. Conducting business without the proper license can result in fines, notices, and the inability to operate the business.

As a business owner, you need to be aware of your licensing responsibilities and abide by rules set by local government.  Nearly all businesses need some form of state, county, or local license.  A general license will allow the business owner to operate the business within the guidelines of the state, county, or local municipality. 

Do I need a license to run a home-based business?

You will probably need a license no matter where you conduct business. Typically, it doesn't matter whether the work takes place in your home, whether the business is full or part time, or how much profit you earn (or lose). The regulations governing small businesses are specific to each local jurisdiction. Local zoning permits may also be required for home-based business.

Do you have employees or plan to hire employees in the near future?

As a business owner, if you have employees or plan to hire employees you may need to file Income Tax Withholding registration forms. Requirements may vary depending on the type and location of the business.

What can happen if I do not obtain the appropriate license or permit?

Failure to register your business with the appropriate government agency can result in fines and leave your business with no legal protection.

You've come to the right place. Simply provide us with some information about the type of business you are conducting and the location. Then we will contact government agencies and municipalities and email you a Business License Compliance Package customized for your business.

We have a team of dedicated researchers who can access thousands of jurisdictions at the state, county, and local level and search a repository of tens of thousands of applications and forms.

For just $99, CorpAmerica will generate a Business License Compliance Package. The package will include the information and forms identified in order for your business to obtain state, county and local business licenses, applications, permit and tax registrations. The $99 covers the cost of research for one state, county, and local jurisdiction.

If you plan to conduct business in other counties or local municipalities, CorpAmerica can help you with that, too!

Call now to speak with a license specialist.  Call toll-free at 888-705-9721.

The Business License Compliance Package includes:

• An overview of the licenses, permits, and tax registrations identified for your business.
• The licensing authority's contact information, including name, address, telephone number, etc.
• The license, permit, tax registration applications, and associated documents.
• Detailed instructions on how to complete the applications and where to return them in order to obtain licenses, permits, and tax registrations.

Legal Disclaimer

Based on the information you provide to us, we contact local government agencies, ask which licenses apply to your business, locate applicable forms, and provide the application form(s) to you in a convenient package. We may also review government agencies' websites or other public information to assist with this process. We do not guaranty that this package contains information regarding all authorizations, licenses or permits necessary to operate your business.

We do not provide legal advice or make conclusions about which licenses are legally required for your business; rather, we investigate and report to you what licenses the government agencies indicate are required. These services do not create an attorney-client relationship.  At no time do we draw legal conclusions, provide legal advice or apply the law to the facts of your particular situation.  Our services are not a substitute for the advice of an attorney.

This report, and the related form(s), are not intended to provide legal, business or tax advice.  They are provided for informational purposes only and are not and should not be construed as legal advice. Compliance with all laws and regulations remains the responsibility of the user of this report. No representations or warranties, expressed or implied, are given regarding the legal or other consequences resulting from the use of our services, reports or forms.  If you need legal advice about how the license and permit rules and regulations may apply to your specific situation, you should consult the licensing authority or your attorney.

$99 is the cost for one report or Business License Compliance Package for your particular business in the specified city, county and state. To receive a Business License Compliance Packages in additional cities, counties and/or states, contact our customer service to request a multi-jurisdictional order.

If an order is cancelled after payment has been received by CorpAmerica but before the research has been initiated for your business license and permit request, we will refund a total amount less a $25 processing fee.