QUICK TIPS FOR STARTING A BUSINESS IN STONE COUNTY
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QUICK TIPS FOR STARTING A BUSINESS IN STONE COUNTY
Creating a Solid Business Plan
There is help available through the Chamber or the Small Business Development Center ( SBDC ) at no cost . Always do your homework first !
Creating a Marketing Plan
Your business plan will include an overall marketing plan , but now it ’ s time to get down to details . Your location will make an impact on how much and what types of marketing your business will require .
Funding Your Business
Local commercial lenders in Stone County love to work with small businesses . Your business plan will help you figure out how much money you ’ ll need to start your business .
Applying for Licenses and Permits
The licenses and permits you need for your business will vary by industry , state , location , and other factors . You will want to verify what is required before starting any renovations or remodeling .
Navigating Tax Collections
The taxes you are required to collect will be determined by what products / services you sell and where you are located . Get started at www . dor . mo . gov
30 • 2024 • Stone County Community Guide
Find more information about starting or growing your business pointing your phone ’ s camera at the QR code .
“ We moved to Stone County from central Kansas in 2020 and started our business up right away . We have built our business slowly , adding the equipment as we needed it . We think one of the most important things you can do is keep everything local . From the Chamber to our banker and insurance , you all are our biggest cheerleaders . People are so supportive of our local business . We have never been a part of a community that is as supportive as it is here in Stone County . It is because of that support that we feel it ’ s important to also do our business locally .”
- Travis and Sheryl Peak , Peak Electric