Steps to Starting a Business

It's the great resignation and a lot of people are opting to start their own businesses. If you are one of them, there are a few steps to take to get going. First, make an appointment with an attorney specializing in business law. They can advise you on the best way to structure your start up and can help you draft the documents you need. Then, meet with an accountant. They will also give their two cents about your entity structure and help you get your accounting systems in place to make sure you can monitor your business's success and stay in line with tax laws. Lastly, visit your bank. It's smart to set up a separate bank account for your business to keep it separate from your personal finances, and they can help you if you need financing to get started. The state of Colorado has some good resources for new business owners as well, just visit mybiz.colorado.gov.