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You may ask yourself these significant questions: What type of business? What business structure is advantageous to my venture? What makes an effective business plan? Where will the financing come from? What licenses, permits, and registrations are required by my state government? By the federal government? We have outlined six steps below to get you on your way.</p><p><strong>If you are interested in operating certain alcohol or tobacco businesses, you must file with TTB an application for a permit and receive approval BEFORE engaging in business.</strong></p><p>Refer to our <a href="/business-central/industry-startup-tutorial">industry startup tutorial</a> to learn about the steps for starting a TTB-regulated business. Or, go to our <a href="/online-services/applications">Permits and Applications</a> Web page if you are ready to start a business and only need to know about tax and license filing requirements.</p><p><strong>1. Formulating Your Organization</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.sba.gov/business-guide/plan-your-business/write-your-business-plan" target="_blank" rel="noopener" title="Guide to Writing a Business Plan">Write a Business Plan</a><br>A good business plan is essential to formulate your business. These resources from the <a href="http://www.sba.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Small Business Administration (SBA)</a> will help you develop your plan.</li><li><a href="http://www.sba.gov/category/navigation-structure/counseling-training" target="_blank" rel="noopener" title="More information on Getting Business Assistance and Training">Get Business Assistance and Training</a><br>Take advantage of SBA's learning center which has training guides and access to counseling services for starting and growing your business.</li><li><a href="https://www.sba.gov/business-guide/launch-your-business/pick-your-business-location" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Choose a Business Location</a><br>Get tips from SBA on selecting a customer-friendly location and complying with zoning laws. TTB has specific requirements in the <a href="http://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?SID=be1dff524597867f1f08dbf4b4814b6d&tpl=/ecfrbrowse/Title27/27tab_02.tpl" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Code of Federal Regulations, Title 27</a> relating to the location of a distilled spirits plant, winery, or brewery. See:<ul><li><a href="https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-27/part-19#27:1.0.1.1.15.3" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Part 19, Subpart C - Restriction on Locations, Production, and Use of [Distilled Spirits] Plant</a><br><br> </li><li><a href="https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-27/part-24#27:1.0.1.1.19.4.337" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Part 24, Subpart D - Wine Premises and Location</a><br><br> </li><li><a href="http://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr;sid=33fc0c0194b58b6fe95208945b5c637a;rgn=div5;view=text;node=27:1.0.1.1.20;idno=27;cc=ecfr#27:1.0.1.1.20.3" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Part 25, Subpart C - Location and Use of Brewery</a></li></ul></li></ul><p><strong>2. 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Growing and Maintaining Your Business</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.sba.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Growing Your Business</a><br>Use these resources from Business.USA.gov for the profitable and healthy growth of your business.<br><br> </li><li><a href="/business-central/industry-members-responsibilities" title="Maintaining Your Business">Maintaining Your Business</a><br>See TTB resources especially for maintaining an alcohol or tobacco-related small business.</li><li><a href="https://www.sba.gov/business-guide/manage-your-business/close-or-sell-your-business" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Closing a Business</a><br>Get advice and guidance from SBA on how to dissolve a business.<br><br> </li><li><a href="https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-27/part-31#27:1.0.1.1.26.8.546.13" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Discontinuing a TTB-regulated Business</a><br>See the regulatory requirement for discontinuance of a business</li></ul><p><strong>Specialized Groups Startup Resources</strong></p><p>There are programs to assist startups, micro businesses, and underserved or disadvantaged groups. 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