Looking for an easy stepbystep guide to show you exactly how to start your business simply in the state of California as a sole proprietor? I'm sharing the website where you can check your city/countyspecific requirements and discussing each step of the process to get your business up and running.

Start here: https://www.calgold.ca.gov/

0:00 Intro
0:16 What is a sole proprietorship?
0:54 Do I have to file anything?
1:19 Where do I start?
1:35 CHECK this site first!!
2:05 Obtain a business license
2:13 Decide on a business name
2:25 File a DBA if needed
2:41 Publish your DBA if needed
3:01 Obtain a seller's permit if needed
3:56 Obtain an EIN if needed/desired
4:32 Don't pay for an EIN
4:45 Open business bank accounts
5:30 Plan for taxes
6:13 Obtain business insurance
6:57 IM NOT IN CALIFORNIA... but I still want help....

All information shown on screen from the following sources:
Info for other states: https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small...
IRS CA Small Business: https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small...

IRS Self employed tax center: https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small...
IRS Get you EIN https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small...
FTB Sole Proprietor: https://www.ftb.ca.gov/file/business/...

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