Are you launching a new business or buying an existing one in Southwestern Ohio? Then you’re looking forward to financial success and the flexibility of being your own boss. Business formation is an exciting time and maybe a little stressful. We understand.

We invite you to utilize our vast local knowledge serving Hamilton businesses over the last 40 plus years. We’ll help you get started on the right foot with advice as to structure, taxes, licenses, and local and Ohio state law. 

The future rests in your hands now. We respect that and are excited for you. Let us offer you the opportunity to get the best start possible. We’ll help you eliminate the legal barriers that can waste your time and cost you money. 

Here’s what we’ll discuss:

The legal structure you choose affects your operations, taxes, and how much your personal assets are at risk. In the state of Ohio, there are six legal structures for businesses: sole proprietor, general partnership, limited partnership, limited liability partnership, limited liability company, and corporation. We’ll help you evaluate your situation to determine the best business structure that both protects you and saves you money.

Your business name is how your customers and prospects will know you in person, in print, and online. We’ll do an availability search and register your business name with the federal government and as required by the state of Ohio. We are also very familiar with local business registration requirements of Butler, Hamilton, Preble, Warren, and Clermont Counties. 

Ohio and federal licensing and permit requirements depend on the type of business you’re in and your location. For example, agriculture and alcohol manufacture are regulated by federal agencies. Ohio regulates chemical and food manufacturing, nursing and residential care facilities, ambulatory healthcare and more. All of these require various levels of licensing and permitting. We’ll help you comply with these and with county, city, town, and village requirements. 

You’ll need a solid plan for your bank. Your insurance underwriters want to see that you have all of the legal requirements in place before they offer you a policy. The most important thing is that setting up your business right makes it easier for you to succeed and make money. 

So if you’re starting a new business or buying an existing one, call us at 513.887.7300 or click below and we’ll talk about your future in business for yourself.