Small Business Start-Up Kit for California, The

Start a business in California with the best step-by-step guide available!If you dream of starting a business, but fear that without an MBA you'll get lost in the maze of government red tape, this is the handbook you need. The Small Business Start-Up Kit for California outlines how to set up your enterprise in the Golden State quickly and easily, pointing out the hurdles, fees, and essential forms along the way. Clear and straight to the point, the book explains how to:choose the best business structurewrite an effective business planfile the right forms in the right placeprice, bid and bill your projectsdraft and use contracts, online and offmanage your financesbe prepared for, and file, required taxesreach customers onlineand much more This edition is completely updated with the latest forms and legal information that your business needs, including the latest sales tax rates by county, California-specific registration forms, and fees. Plus, read expanded discussions on using technology to manage bookkeeping, how social media can be used to promote your business, and employing the latest techniques in search engine optimization to drive traffic to your website. Check out Nolo's list of California products. Not a California resident? Check out The Small Business Start-Up Kit.