Missouri Business Assistance Programs
Starting a business can be overwhelming, especially if you are trying to figure it out all by yourself. The good news is that in Missouri, there are various business assistance programs designed to help entrepreneurs and small business owners like you at every stage of the process. Whether you’re just starting to develop your concept, […]
How To Start A Missouri Sole Proprietorship
Starting your first business and wondering which structure to choose? There are four main types: the sole proprietorship, general partnership, corporation, and Limited Liability Company (LLC). Making the right choice is an important first step because it may affect your taxes, how much paperwork you’ll have to deal with, and how much personal liability you […]
What Is a Missouri Charter Number?
What Is a Missouri Charter Number? A Missouri Charter Number is a unique identifier assigned by the Missouri Secretary of State to a corporation, Limited Liability Companies (LLC) and Limited Partnership (LP). The number is used by the state to keep track of businesses and their filings. The charter number is also sometimes referred to […]
How to Form a Corporation in Missouri
The Corporation is a business structure that provides personal liability protection by separating the owner’s personal assets from the assets of the business. Thus, a corporation is liable for the actions and finances of the business, while the owners (known as shareholders) are not. Corporation Pros Corporations provide liability protection for the shareholders A corporation can […]
How To Get A Free Missouri EIN
Not every small business will need one, but a common registration for many businesses in Missouri is the Employer Identification Number, otherwise known as an EIN. This number is used as a business’s identification for tax purposes and is required for various business activities, such as opening a bank account, hiring employees, and filing tax […]
How To File A Missouri Annual Report
One of the requirements of maintaining a corporation in Missouri is filing an Annual Report. Unlike most states, there is no Annual Report filing for a Missouri LLC. The Annual Report is used to confirm and update the company’s information each year with the Missouri Secretary of State. Related: How to form a Missouri corporation Who […]
Missouri Business License Basics
Starting a small business in Missouri often means registering with several federal, state, and local agencies. Let’s review common Missouri business license registrations so your business starts off right. Related: Guide to starting a business in Missouri Setting Up the Business Sole proprietorship: In Missouri, a sole proprietorship is an unincorporated business owned by a […]
Guide To Hiring Employees In Missouri
Hiring your first employee as a new business owner is both an exciting and frightening experience. Not only do you have a person relying on you to pay them so they can provide for their family while balancing the cash flow needs of your business, but there is also a lot of paperwork and laws […]
How To Get A Missouri Sales Tax Exemption Certificate
A Missouri Sales Tax Exemption Certificate is a document that allows a Missouri business to purchase goods and services tax-free from suppliers for the purpose of reselling them. Learn more about how the Missouri Sales Tax Exemption Certificate works, how to get one, and more. Related: Guide to starting a business in Missouri What is […]
How To Register For A Missouri Sales Tax License
Most businesses starting in Missouri selling a product or offering certain services will need to register for a sales tax license. This license can also be referred to as a seller’s permit, sales tax permit, sales tax number, or sales tax registration. The sales tax license is obtained by submitting the Missouri Tax Registration Application. This […]