• Read the State's guide to starting a business
• Find out if a corporate name is available
• Learn about trade name registration

Business Structures

• Learn about corporation structures in your state
• Learn about partnership structures in your state
• Use SBA's Business Structure Wizard
• File the documents creating your corporation
• File the documents creating your partnership

Licenses & Permits

State licensing

• Learn about business and professional licenses that may be needed
• Determine which environmental permits you may need

Local licensing

• Albuquerque
• Las Cruces
• Santa Fe
• Roswell
• Other areas

• Learn about trademarks
• Search state registered trademarks to determine availability and avoid infringement
• Register your trademark with the state