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Why Minneapolis
Understand why Minneapolis is the right place for your business
Before You Start
Learn what it takes to be an entrepreneur
Training and Support
Supportive resources to get you started
Write a Business Plan
Your roadmap to profitability
Finance Your Business
Forecast cost and identify funding resources
Expand Your Network
Connect with other entrepreneurs
Determine Property Type
Will you need a business location?
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Find a Location
Identify available properties
Zoning Check
Does your location allow your business type?
Negotiate Your Lease
Draft and sign your lease
Register Your Business
with the State of Minnesota
Obtain Insurance
What you need to be covered
Apply for Business License
with the City of Minneapolis
Building and Permits
Construction and site plans
Prepare to Open
Final inspections and launch
GROW
Hire Employees
Requirements and checklist
Marketing
Attract customers
Pay Your Taxes
Who to pay and when
Work with the City
Become a Vendor
Renew Your License
Steps to renew annually
Expand Your Business
Programs to grow
Ordinances
Stay in compliance
Certifications
Types of certifications programs
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