How to Start a Company in Texas

Basic process:

Step 1: Business Structure and Name

Determine the legal structure of the business and properly file the business name with the state and/or county.

1. Sole Proprietorship
2. For Profit Corporation
3. Professional Corporation
4. Professional Association
5. General Partnership
6. Limited Partnership
7. Limited Liability Partnership
8. Limited Liability Company

(Above information are obtained from Texas Small Business Handbook [1])

Step 2: Tax Responsibilities

Determine the potential tax responsibilities of the new business on the federal, state, and local level.

Step 3: Business Licenses and Permits

Determine necessary licenses, permits, certifications, registrations, and/or authorizations for a specific business on the federal, state, and local level.

Step 4: Business Employer Requirements

Determine federal and state employer requirements. There are various laws relating to employment of personnel.

More Details on How to Incorporate in Texas:

When you create a business in Texas, you have the opportunity to choose from multiple business structures including for-profit and nonprofit corporations. You can incorporate in Texas by naming your company, choosing a registered agent, selecting board members and filing a Certificate of Formation. In addition, if you have already incorporated in another state but wish to do business in Texas, you may have to register your foreign corporation with the state