Profit & loss
Are we making money?Shows income, expenses, and profit or loss over a period of time. It helps you see how the business is performing.
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Federal employer information
The essentials for getting established and understanding your responsibilities.
Internal Revenue ServiceApply for an EINStart with the IRS for an employer identification number and application guidance.Visit official resource U.S. Citizenship and Immigration ServicesEmployment eligibility · Form I-9Find federal guidance on completing and keeping employment eligibility verification records.Visit official resource U.S. Department of LaborFederal workplace postersUse the FirstStep Poster Advisor to explore federal Department of Labor poster requirements.Visit official resource Internal Revenue ServiceContractor or employee?Review the IRS guidance on worker classification before deciding how someone should be treated.Visit official resource
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Bookkeeping & business forms
Useful starting points for organized records and contractor reporting.
Internal Revenue ServiceForm W-9Get the current form and instructions for requesting a vendor’s taxpayer identification information.Visit official resource Internal Revenue ServiceForm 1099-NECFind the current nonemployee compensation form, reporting instructions, and related updates.Visit official resource Internal Revenue ServiceBusiness recordkeepingExplore IRS guidance on the records that support your business income and expenses.Visit official resource Financial Crimes Enforcement NetworkOwnership reporting updatesCheck FinCEN’s current beneficial ownership reporting guidance and exemptions.Visit official resource
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Florida resources
Business registration, sales tax, and the official places to find answers.
Florida Department of RevenueRegister for Florida business taxesStart with the Department of Revenue’s business tax registration information.Visit official resource Florida Department of RevenueSales & use taxFind official information on taxable sales, use tax, and county surtaxes.Visit official resource Florida Department of Revenue · PDFRestaurant & catering sales taxRead the state’s guide to sales and use tax for restaurants and similar businesses.View official guide · PDF Florida Division of CorporationsSunbiz business filingsFind annual report filing, reinstatement, and fictitious name renewal options.Visit official resource
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New Hampshire resources
Business tax information and filing tools for the Granite State.
NH Department of Revenue AdministrationGranite Tax ConnectFind the state’s online tax portal for accounts, returns, payments, and correspondence.Visit official resource NH Department of Revenue AdministrationBusiness profits & enterprise taxesExplore the state’s Business Profits Tax and Business Enterprise Tax guidance.Visit official resource NH Department of Revenue AdministrationMeals & rooms taxAccess official information, forms, and filing resources for meals and rentals.Visit official resource NH Secretary of StateNH QuickStart business filingsRegister a business, manage filings, and access business records through NH QuickStart.Visit official resource
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Massachusetts resources
Official business tax and registration resources for the Commonwealth.
Massachusetts Department of RevenueRegister with MassTaxConnectFind guidance on registering your business with the state’s online tax system.Visit official resource Massachusetts Department of RevenueSales & use tax for businessesAccess registration, payment, certificate, and sales tax guidance in one place.Visit official resource Massachusetts Department of RevenueSales tax on mealsReview the state’s guide to meals tax registration, collection, and reporting.Visit official resource Secretary of the CommonwealthBusiness filings & annual reportsVisit the Corporations Division for entity information, forms, and filing options.Visit official resource
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Your financial statements, in plain English.
A quick refresher on the three big reports.
Balance sheet
Where do we stand?Shows what the business owns, what it owes, and the owner’s equity at a specific date.
Cash flow
Where did the cash go?Shows how cash moved through the business. A profitable month and a healthy bank balance don’t always go together.
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These links are provided for general information. Requirements depend on your business and can change; use the current agency guidance and confirm what applies with your tax or legal advisor. Links reviewed November 10, 2026. An agency may require you to sign in or download a PDF.