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- Explore resources specific to New York: New York Department of State Division of Corporations for entity formation and filing.
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What is the first step I should take to register my small business in New York?
The first step is to choose a business structure (LLC, corporation, partnership, or sole proprietorship).
Then, register with the New York Department of State Division of Corporations by filing the appropriate formation documents (e.g., Articles of Organization for an LLC) and paying the filing fee.
You can do this online at the New York Department of State website.
After filing, obtain an EIN from the IRS and register for any required state taxes through the New York Department of Taxation and Finance.
Where can I find free or low‑cost legal help for my New York small business?
• LawHelpNY – free legal help for low‑income New Yorkers, including small‑business matters.
• New York State Bar Association – attorney referral services and sliding‑scale fee programs.
• New York Court Self‑Help Centers – access to resources and legal assistance across the state.
• Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs)