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Small Business Resources

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Small Business Resources

As your business partner, our goal is to help your small business succeed. We want to provide you with the tools and education you need to build a successful business. We've compiled this list of resources to help our small-business members find greater success – whether you’re preparing to open or already growing a company.

Starting Your Business

Business Oregon- Oregon's economic development agency working to create and expand businesses that provide sustainable, living-wage jobs. Learn More.
Business Washington- Linking entrepreneurs and small businesses to Washington state resources. Learn More.
Oregon Small Business Development Center- Oregon SBDC services are available to anyone who starts, operates, or owns a small business in Oregon. Learn More.
Washington Small Business Development Center- Washington SBDC services are available to anyone who starts, operates, or owns a small business in Washington. Learn More.
Oregon Business Registration Forms- Registering or renewing your business in Oregon. Learn More.
Washington Business Registration Forms- Registering or renewing your business in Washington. Learn More.
U.S. Small Business Administration- Get helpful advice on planning for a new business, financing, choosing a business structure, licensing and permits, and many other topics. Learn More.

Running Your Business

Taxes:

Oregon Department of Revenue- Keep up to date on Oregon tax laws and reforms. Learn More.
Washington Department of Revenue- Keep up to date on Washington tax laws and reforms. Learn More.
Electronic Federal Tax Payment System- Save time and sign up to pay your federal taxes electronically or by phone, 24-7. Learn More .
Portland SCORE- Get one on one small business counseling, free of charge, with a local business expert associated with the Portland chapter of SCORE (Service Corps Of Retired Executives). Learn More.

Financial Management:

Business.gov- Helpful information on establishing business credit, accepting payments from customers, and smart ways to invest your resources (provided by the U.S. Small Business Administration). Learn More.

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