Are you starting a new business?

Although every business will have different needs, most businesses need to consider some or all of the following when starting a business:

 

Prepare a business plan

Draft partnership agreement or incorporate

Open a checking account

Talk with accountant about bookkeeping systems

Set up bookkeeping system

Research insurance needs

Develop brochure or logo

Develop rate structure

Print brochure or letterhead

Prepare training manual

Develop pay structure

Develop billing procedures

File appropriate state and federal tax forms

Market research/advertising

File for a business license with Finance 383-3015

 

Possible Set-Up Costs

 

Lawyer for partnership agreement/lease review

Filing fees – business, state-federal licenses/ taxes

Logo or other graphics

Printing for brochure, flyers, and letterhead

Market research

Telephone/answer machine

Utilities

Water & Sewer – Finance Department 383-3015

Rent

Insurance

Advertising

Directories for customer contacts

Filing fees for incorporation

Fixtures/equipment/vehicles

Office Supplies

Association dues/convention expense
Text Box: Hartsville offers many services to our residents and businesses, throughout the city. The City of Hartsville thrives upon reaching a proper balance between residents and businesses and is constantly improving that balance through programs and discussions. On this page is information you may find helpful and necessary to start or run your business. City offices can help you through the issues that are required by the City of Hartsville.