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I am in the process of starting up my custom wedding stationery business from home in MA and I need help with all the legal stuff involved

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I am pretty sure that I will be doing a Sole Proprietorship and know that I have to file a doing business as but I am not sure if I need a business licence. I also would like to know what tax documents I need to file for the state and as well as to receive wholesale prices for paper. Any information will be greatly appreciated!!! Thanks.

Industry

Printing / Publishing

Skills

Legal

State

Massachusetts

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Michael Fay 18 days ago

Aneeta-
I would start with the department of revenue, because you will need to be responsible for the collection of taxes and/or for the Resale Certificates for Sales Tax Exemption. I don’t think your line of business requires a special license, but I don’t know enough about your state to be sure.
You need to be aware of your state’s Consumer Protection Law, and not just If you plan on accepting credit cards. I have a recommended credit card processor that can help when you get ready to take that step.
On a personal note – are you going to make the paper as well? I used to be with the SCA and that was always an intriguing process.

Good luck with the business
Michael