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Does a Home-Based Business Need a Business License?

Updated: Jul 19, 2022

In most cases, home-based businesses do require a business license. Most cities require home-based businesses to have a license and may even have a separate application.


In addition, you may need multiple business licenses. For example, if your business does business in multiple cities, you will need a license for each city that requires one. There are also state business licenses and, less commonly, federal business licenses for certain businesses.


Additional Resources:

1. Online Filing Service:

Swyft Filings is a professional online service that can help determine which business licenses your home-based business will need.


2. Book/eBook

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