Helpful Websites
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Federal Websites
- www.irs.gov - The IRS website where all federal forms and publications can be downloaded. There is a large section for small business, along with CD's, tax calendars and other items you can send for.
- www.ssa.gov - Social Security Administration Website.
- www.sba.gov - The Federal Government Small Business Administration website. This site has many resources and links to starting, financing and managing your business. This site also offers some on-line classes and links to other helpful sites such as business law and 8(a) certifications.
- www.score.org - The website of Service Corp. of Retired Executives. The website offers information and advice from retired corporate executives.
- www.Business.gov - This website sponsored by the Federal Government is a great source for all types of general business information.
- VetBiz.gov - This is an excellent resource for veteran business owners.
New York State Websites
- www.tax.state.ny.us - The New York State tax website for downloading all NYS Tax forms and publications.
- www.dos.state.ny.us - NYS Department of State website. You can obtain information on how to form a corporation or LLC, obtain all the necessary forms, and search to see if the corporate name you want is already registered.
- www.labor.state.ny.us - The New York State Department of Labor website where you can list jobs, look for jobs, review labor statistics, etc.
- www.nys-permits.org - If you want to start a new business or expand your current business, this site will help you find the New York State Business Permits you may need.
- www.gorr.state.ny.us - GORR (Governors Office of Regulatory Reform), GORR will help you deal with forms, licenses, and permits. They will also help you if you are having trouble with another NYS agency.
- www.healthyny.com - This New York State website helps individuals and sole proprietors with obtaining healthcare.
- www.nylovessmallbiz.com - A New York State website designed specially for small businesses within NYS. Lists information on starting and growing a small business, business plan, financing, marketing, employer obligations and selling to the government
Private Websites
- www.officedepot.com - Look under "Business Center," then "Small Business Handbook" Topics about: Starting Your Business, Getting Financing, Marketing Your Product, Controlling Your Taxes, Etc.
- www.inc.com - Website for Inc. Magazine. This magazine and website are geared towards small business. The website contains "how-to" guides and other tools, such as HR policies and sample bank applications.
- www.entrepreneur.com - This magazine and website are specifically geared towards small business with an emphasis on franchises. Website contains articles, tools, how-to guides, books and numerous items related to operating a small business.
- www.startupjournal.com - This website from The Wall Street Journal contains many articles on starting a business, franchising, e-commerce, and even lists businesses and franchises for sale.
- www.workingsolo.com This website is dedicated to entrepreneurs, claims it is for the NYC SOHO market, but a good resource nonetheless.
- www.bizstats.com Instant access to useful financial ratios, business statistics, and benchmarks. Effective and understandable analysis of businesses &industries.