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12.12.12
Apply for a Small Office Home Office Loan (SOHO)
,
CANCELLED
- Start or grow your business with this business startup loan
12.19.12
Downtown Business Improvement District (BID)/Safety Alliance Meeting
, Property managers can meet and express concerns.
12.19.12
Downtown Business Improvement District (BID)/Safety Alliance
, For security managers of properties within the Downtown BID
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Start a Business in DC
Follow these steps to set up your new business.
Finance a Business in DC
Explore resources and learn about the loan process.
Do Business with DC Government
Get the scoop on DC contracting opportunities.
Contact the Business Resource Center
Find out who to call for your business needs.
Apply for a Business License
Certain District businesses must have a Basic Business License.
Fulfill Annual Business Requirements
Track key events to keep your business in good standing with the District.
Learn about Business Improvement Districts
Business owners organize BIDs to enhance the economic vitality of commercial areas.
Get Answers to Frequently Asked Questions
Learn about licenses, grants and business relocation.
The
Small Business Resource Center (SBRC)
provides DC entrepreneurs with training, workshops, and computer software that help their businesses become successes.