Small Business and Entrepreneurship

Local contact information as well as national resources.

Online publications, forms, and podcasts on finance and management.

List of venture capital resources by location. Lists criteria such as minimum/maximum amount of investment,
“funding stage preference", and industries covered.

Along with appropriate tax forms, site includes general business forms and guides originally written for auditors.

Checklists, business planning help, etc.

Insights into business ratios and norms of specific types of business and industries. Formerly known as / part of the IRS Market Segment Specialization Program (MSSP); some guides are still labeled that way.

"Learn the steps to start a small business, get financing help from the government, and more."

Relevant news, legislation, and lobbying efforts.

Partnership of the SBA and The State University of New York (SUNY). Easy to follow FAQs.

Link below for instructions

From the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance

From the Office of the New York State Comptroller

From New York State Division of Small Business and Technology Development

Emphasizes incentives for businesses in specific New York City neighborhoods, or for following certain programs (specific industries, energy saving programs, etc.)

Portal for NYC basic guides and checklist, license and permit requirements, business regulations, city-funded business services and more

Checklists and answers to FAQ about licensing, inspections, and other aspects of doing business in NYC

Partnership of the New York Public Library and several government and private organizations.

Local contact information as well as national resources.

Includes "Service Group Focus" for Minority-Owned, Women-Owned, or Refugee/Immigrant-Owned Businesses