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 Getting Started: Help for New Business Owners

Why jump cold into a new business venture when you can take advantage of the many resources available at your neighborhood library. The Lee County Library System recognizes the vital role that local businesses play in stimulating the community and thereby ensures that information is readily available to them. Explore this page for suggested reading material, links to online resources and other library-assisted tools that can help you get your new business under way.

 Suggested Reads

 Where to Begin?

Business Registration
Florida Department of Revenue
The official government resource for filing and paying state sales and use tax. See the "Businesses" section of DOR's site page.
Florida Department of State/Division of Corporations
Find electronic forms and information needed to register at the state level.
IRS
Get the particulars for obtaining a Federal Tax Identification Number.
Tangible Tax Filing
Access forms and instructions on the Lee County Property Appraiser's site.
Get Help
SCORE Southwest Florida Chapter
This organization of retired executives offers free counseling to small business owners.
Small Business Development Center
Permits/Licensing
City of Bonita Springs
City of Cape Coral
City of Fort Myers
City of Sanibel
Town of Fort Myers Beach
Lee County Tax Collector
Get information about obtaining a required Lee County business tax account.
OccupationalLicense.com
Search requirements by city or county.
Retrieving Data
Please note: Florida has a very broad public records law. Most written communications to or from County employees or officials regarding County or Port Authority business are public records available to the public and media upon request. Your email communication may be subject to public disclosure. ** The translation features on this site are automated, and may contain inaccuracies.
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