• Use the "Doing Business in Vermont" resource directory
• Read the State's guide to starting a business

Naming Your Business

• Learn about trade names, conduct a search to determine availability, and register your trade name
• Learn how to search existing names of corporations, LLC's, LP's, etc. and to reserve a new one for your business structure

Business Structures

• Corporations
• General Partnerships, LP's & LLP's
• Limited Liability Companies
• Use SBA's Business Structure Wizard
• Learn about fees and how to file the documents to create your business entity

Licenses And Permits

• Read about required licenses and permits
• Learn about professional licenses that may be needed
• Determine which environmental permits you may need
• Get environmental permit assistance
• Read about liquor licenses
• Learn about other specific permits & regulations

Trademarks

• Learn about trademarks
• Search state registered trademarks to determine availability and avoid infringement
• Find the form & register your trademark with the state /ul>