Rhode Island

RI Starting a Business

Help with various aspects of starting and running a business, such as business registration, trade name registration and applications, business plan help, business structures, financing, etc.

Frequently, people that form a company in Rhode Island decide to form a Rhode Island LLC.

Another option is to incorporate in Rhode Island with a corporation in Rhode Island, which can be turned into a Rhode Island S corporation.

Either way, we like to recommend Northwest Registered Agent for business startups because of their suite of business maintenance tools and great customer service.

Small Business Tools Includes forms and applications needed to start and run your business and pay your taxes.	Small Business Administration. The contact information for your local Small Business Administration (SBA) office. The SBA offers advice, assistance, and small business loans.
Trade Name Registration Information on how and where to register your company's trade name, and how to find out if your trade name is available.	SBDC  Small Bus. Development Centers The contact information for your local Small Business Development Center (SBDC) office. The SBDC offers business planning assistance and other reference material.