Business.gov is a collaborative effort managed by the U.S. Small Business Administration. Find information on starting a business, financing, taxes, laws and regulations, workplace issues, international trade, and forms from 19 federal and government-related agencies.

created: 10 Jun 2004 by hbjorseth ::: updated: 10 Jun 2004

This guide for doing business in the City of Chicago includes information about licenses, taxes & regulations, doing business with the city, inspections, permits, zoning, business development programs, city services, and other resources.

created: 05 Nov 2003 by froehm ::: updated: 05 Nov 2003

Information regarding business licenses and potential City of Chicago taxes for those starting a business in Chicago.

created: 05 Nov 2003 by froehm ::: updated: 05 Nov 2003

Conduct a corporate name search, dowload business services forms, view the uniform commercial code and more.

created: 05 Nov 2003 by froehm ::: updated: 20 Jul 2004

Find the directions and answers you need, whether you are considering purchasing a franchising opportunity, or franchising out your current business.

created: 06 Nov 2003 by mflesner ::: updated: 07 Nov 2003

The Illinois District Office of The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) offers counseling, consulting, financial assistance and more. Provides links to SBA resources and Illinois SBA office information.

created: 07 Nov 2003 by froehm ::: updated: 07 Nov 2003

SCORE (Counselors to America's Small Business) is a leading source of free and confidential small business advice for entrepreneurs. In addition to offering free online business counseling services, this website features an excellent collection of How-To articles and other business tools for starting and managing a business. Formed in 1964, SCORE Association is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization and a resource partner with the Small Business Administration.

created: 26 Jan 2007 by jshepard ::: updated: 26 Jan 2007

This site links to checklists and sites and offers information and advice from a legal standpoint to keep in mind as you start a business.

created: 07 Nov 2003 by froehm ::: updated: 07 Nov 2003

From the Illinois Department of Commerce and Community Affairs, this online guide offers advice on organizing and registering a business, taxes, wages, and much more. The guide is available in English and Spanish.

created: 05 Dec 2003 by mbuhmann ::: updated: 26 Jan 2007

Information on state requirements and additional resources for starting a new business. Includes a searchable business services directory, links to the Name Availability Database, professional licensing requirements, and more.

created: 07 Nov 2003 by froehm ::: updated: 26 Jan 2007

This guide provides legal requirements and other resources for starting an Illinois business. Includes a feasiblity checklist and information about name registration, business structures, financing, employees, and more

created: 07 Nov 2003 by froehm ::: updated: 26 Jan 2007