starting a business



					Are you starting a new business in Hartsville?
					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. 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/answering 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

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