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Note: the steps above are only suggestions of the sequence and type of steps that might be needed to start a business. The information is only an overview, and is not intended to provide legal or tax advice or to be a complete resource. We recommend you consult expert professionals such as an accountant and an attorney to determine needs specific to your business.
Choose a Name
Check Name Availability
Purchase a
Domain Name
The Indy Chamber is in the business of serving business. Whether it’s a large corporation or an entrepreneur with an idea, we have resources aimed at helping you succeed. In an effort to provide support for the beginning entrepreneur, Business Ownership Initiative, a program of the Indy Chamber, works closely with professionals in the early stages of business development. Check out these helpful hints to navigate you though the process of starting your business.
Choose a Legal Business Structure
Secure the
Business Name
Contact the Indiana Department of Revenue
Get Your Federal
EIN or TIN
Set Up Your Business Bank Account
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