State Business Registration Laws: State-specific requirements for registering and operating a business, including filing requirements, fees, and compliance obligations
Federal Tax Law - Schedule C: IRS requirements for sole proprietors to report business income and expenses on Schedule C of Form 1040 personal tax returns
DBA Registration Rules: State-specific regulations governing the registration of 'Doing Business As' names for sole proprietorships operating under a name different from the owner's legal name
Local Business Licensing: Municipal and county requirements for business permits, licenses, and zoning compliance necessary to legally operate a business
Employment Laws: Federal and state regulations governing employment relationships, including minimum wage, overtime, workplace safety, and anti-discrimination provisions
Industry-Specific Regulations: Specialized rules and requirements that apply to particular business sectors or industries
State Corporation Laws: Comprehensive state statutes governing the formation, operation, and dissolution of corporations (relevant if choosing to incorporate instead of operating as a sole proprietorship)
Securities Laws: Federal and state regulations governing the issuance and trading of corporate securities (applicable for corporations, not sole proprietorships)
Corporate Tax Code: Federal and state tax provisions specifically applicable to incorporated businesses (relevant only if incorporating instead of operating as a sole proprietorship)
