How to Start a Business In West Virginia

Here are some steps on how to start a new business in West Virginia.
Getting started– The state of West Virginia has created a few links to help you start your business:

• West Virginia Business Startup Wizard
• Start a New Business In West Virginia

-Register your new business name with West Virginia.

Find out more about registering a business name here:  West Virginia Business Name Availability

If you need help choosing a business name: 12 Tips to Help Choose a Business Name

-Choose a business structure.

Some examples of business entities you could choose are: Sole-proprietor, LLC, Partnership, Corporation, etc.  Find out more here: West Virginia Business Structure

-Register your business with West Virginia.

Find out more about how register your new business with the state of West Virginia here: West Virginia Business Registration

-Business Checking Account.

You will need to open a separate bank account for your business with your new business name.

-Tax Information.

Research your requirements for local, state, and federal taxes.   More info about taxes here: http://tax.wv.gov/Business/Pages/Business.aspx and http://www.irs.gov/Businesses/Small-Businesses-&-Self-Employed/Starting-a-Business

 -Liability Insurance.

Depending on what type of services you plan to offer, you may want to consider liability insurance.