CCH Business Owner's Toolkit
http://www.toolkit.cch.com/
Great practical information to help you run and grow your business, including tax and financial planning information.

SCORE
http://www.score.org/
The Service Corps of Retired Executives offers individual counseling for people starting or owning a business.

Small Business Administration
http://www.sba.gov/
An excellent site for guidance in starting, expanding, financing and marketing your business.

Washington Small Business Development Center
http://www.wsbdc.org/
Free one-on-one management and technical assistance.

Washington State Department of Licensing
http://www.wa.gov/dol/bpd/startbus.htm
Registration requirements, forms, and descriptions of various licenses available from Washington State.

Consult library staff for more information on business ventures available on the Web and in the library.