Business & Community
Are you a new small business owner? Looking for guidance on legal obligations and structures? Confused about taxes and business owner responsibilities? Join Alabama Extension for Filing for Success, a free, four-part webinar series. Each session covers different aspects of legally establishing a new small business in Alabama. Learn how to select a business structure, file an LLC, obtain insurance, and file taxes.
What to Expect
The Filing for Success series is perfect for both new and seasoned business owners who want to ensure they are compliant with all levels of city, state, and federal regulations. Participants can select which sessions to join. Consider attending the entire series since the content builds upon the previous session.
Tune in Online
When: Future sessions are currently being scheduled. Contact Terence Norwood to be added to the waiting list.
Where: The webinars are presented through Zoom, an online video presentation format.
Topics
- Learn the basic concepts of becoming a formal business, including the types of business structures and the difference between city, state, and federal filings.
- Learn the process by walking step-by-step through the name registration and LLC registration via the online filing system with the Secretary of State.
- Understand how to separate personal from business finances and the most common types of business insurance to consider.
- See examples of different city sales taxes, how to set up an account with the Alabama Department of Revenue, and what quarterly and or annual taxes are to be paid.
Contact Us
State Office, Alabama A&M University
Terence Norwood, Community Resource Development Specialist
Office: (256) 372-5023
Email: tpn0004@aces.edu
Urban Centers - Filing For Success
| City | Office | Educator | Phone Number | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham | Jefferson County Extension | Jon Jacobson | (205) 325-5342 | jacobj1@aces.edu |
| Guntersville | Marshall County Extension | Juana Christian | (256) 582-2009 | maciaju@aces.edu |