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Can I get a business license while I am in the process of getting a US legal residence?

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Double-check your state’s website to see what their requirements are. A business lawyer might be able to help you iron out the details of your exact situation.

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Do I need a license from the city for an internet business?

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Check with your local city for requirement for internet business, and also your state. This varies depending on where you are in the world but remember that regulation is a signal of quality and reassurance to customers, so it's not just red tape but a quality assurance too.

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What do l need to do to start an online, handcrafted, jewelry business from home?

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Start by looking for websites that could help you make a business page online. Make sure the website will accept orders.

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I want to start my handicraft small business with no money. What can I do?

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Use the supplies you have to start building inventory. Then with the money you make from that, buy more supplies.

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I am an upholstery seamstress. How can I start my own business?

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Build a team to sell specific products like chairs or couches.

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I am a very good designer. How can I start my own business hand-embroidering?

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Start by purchasing some plain outfits (or stitch some if you can) for yourselt and design them with hand embroidery. Take some good pictures of these products after designing and upload/share them on social media. You will get some attention for your budding business and eventually will get some orders.

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I want to start a slime business can you help me?

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Start by coming up with an original recipe for your slime. There are a lot of slime businesses, so in order to be successful you must offer something unique. Then come up with reasonable pricing and follow the rest of the instructions in the article.

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How can I use Google to find crafters in my area if I am disabled and homebound?

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Google crafters in your area. Then google other keywords to look up to continue your search. Set up an Instagram and Pinterest account. Look to Pinterest and Instagram for local hashtags and area trending items. Look to Facebook for crafting groups. If you don't know how to use any of these sources, start by typing those questions into your google searches and go from there.

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How can I sell crafts if I am talented but have nobody nearby who can buy them?

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Set up an online store on eBay or Etsy. Etsy is a site specifically made for crafters, so you would fit in well there.

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Is it required to have a separate bank account specifcally for my business transactions and deposits?

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It is not a legal requirement. It is often encouraged in order to help you keep track for tax and accounting purposes. There is a helpful advice blog by June Walker, a tax adviser for the self employed, regarding the matter. It should come right up on Google.

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I create edible and non-edible cake decorations. What is the best way to price my items for online sales?

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I would look up websites that sell similar products and use their pricing scale to determine yours. Consider their location and compare your product to theirs, and take into account the cost of your materials and amount of time spent on each.

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