Step By Step Guide
This guide will inform you of various legal requirements and direct you to additional resources. If you have any questions contact the IEN Business Information Center at 800-252-2923 or TDD: 800-785-6055 and a staff member will assist you.
1. Where Do I Start?
2. What ownership structure choices do I have?
3. Where do I register a business?
4. What are my responsibilities as an employer?
5. How do I protect my invention, product or idea?
6. Where can I go for help?
1. Where Do I Start?
Feasibility Checklist
A feasibility checklist is a tool that is used to evaluate the potential success of a new or existing business opportunity.
Business Plan
A business plan is vital in determining the credibility of a new business opportunity. It can be used as a management tool and may be required if financing is needed. It also demonstrates to prospective investors a well defined course of action.
Business Feasibility Checklist (PDF)
Business Plan (PDF)