ALT Where can I learn about the requirements for the business I’m starting, including licenses and permits? Check out Oregon’s License Directory at LicenseInfo.oregon.gov. If you know which agency serves your business, call or email them directly. How do I start a business in Oregon? The Business Xpress Startup Toolkit breaks down the process into 6 easy steps: https://www.oregon.gov/business/Pages/toolkit.aspx

ALT Where can I find resources for loans/grants to start my business? Simply put, startup funds are hard to get. Most businesses use savings, family investments, or traditional bank loans to cover startup fees. This video explains it more in depth: https://youtu.be/U470xXKfDyE For more resources visit: https://www.oregon4biz.com/Coronavirus-Information/#capital

ALT I have an out-of-state company. What do I need to do to hire an Oregon employee? Get a Business Identification Number (BIN)! It sets up your employer payroll account in Oregon, that’s used for withholdings, unemployment, workers’ comp, and Oregon transit taxes.

ALT I don’t have any employees, but I just got a massive tax assessment. Why? If you got a Business Identification Number (BIN) when you started your business, you must send payroll tax reports even if you don’t have any employees. If you don’t send those reports, the state will send you an estimate for your tax liability. Not sure what to do next? Contact the agency who sent you the letter to find out next steps.