This column is sponsored by BizLaunch, a division of Arlington Economic Development. Over the summer, we’re going to be doing a deep dive into the regulations many startups skip when starting their ...

What is a business license? City, state and federal agencies often grant a business license to companies to allow them to operate in a specific location. Limited liability company (LLC), corporation ...

Last fall, I moved to a new city—and this spring, I learned that I needed a home occupation permit to freelance from my apartment. Home occupation rules vary by city, and most freelancers are probably ...

A sole proprietorship is an unincorporated business that one person owns and runs. However, just because your business blurs the traditional lines of the working world doesn’t mean you can ignore laws ...

One of the first steps to starting a business is to apply for any licenses and permits required by your city and state. Sole proprietorships are no exception. Depending on the state, you may need a ...

Wondering whether you need a business license? Our guide covers local, state and federal licenses. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising partners who compensate ...

Business licenses are essential formalities that legally permit the operation of businesses within a specific jurisdiction. They are the government’s way of ensuring that companies abide by the ...

An e-commerce business is usually operated online, often as a home-based business. In the state of Texas, there are separate licenses and permits required based on the type of business. Since an ...