- A treasure trove of information beneficial to small businesses is found at the Small Business Administration (SBA), an independent government agency created by Congress to help small businesses prosper.
- The Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE) is a volunteer association sponsored by the US Small Business Administration. It matches volunteer business-management counselors with present and prospective small business owners in need of expert advice.
- USDA Rural Development increases economic opportunity in rural Alaska, working in partnership with the private sector to provide financial assistance and business planning.
- The IRS provides general information on starting a business and links to recommended resources. Obtain the IRS’s Publication 15 each year for complete information on federal employment tax requirements.
- The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office offers information related to protecting your name, logo, or design as unique to your product or service.
- An Employer Identification Number (EIN) is required for reporting employment taxes. To apply for an EIN, take this link to Form SS-4 and submit the completed form to the Internal Revenue Service.
- The U.S. Chamber of Commerce provides small business toolkits as part of their Small Business Nation campaign.