Starting Your Business

Creating a Business Plan

All good businesses start with an original idea.

Legal Considerations

There are countless legal issues involved in starting a new business. Make sure you consider your options carefully.

Using Advisors

Starting a new business, especially a successful one, can be difficult.

Regulatory Bodies

From incorporating a new company to filing your tax returns, there are a number of bodies that regulate how you do business.

Determining Capital Needs and Sources

Money. You're going to need it if you want to get started. Whether you're seeking venture capital or simple operating loans, East Coast Credit Union can help you find the money you need to get things rolling.

Using a Home Office

Home offices are great for some businesses and not so great for others. See a few of the pros and cons of working from home.

Hiring Employees

Employees are an important investment in your business. From hiring and managing to implementing a payroll plan, they're an investment worth protecting.