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Business in Buda
In business, there are no guarantees. There is simply no way to eliminate all the risks associated with starting a small business – but you can improve your chances of success with good planning, preparation, and insight. In Buda, small businesses continue to thrive due to a variety of factors including our excellent geographic location, our highly-skilled & well-educated workforce, our low tax burden, our reasonable cost of living and our predictable regulatory environment.
Starting a business in Buda requires you to complete a number of basic steps and make some key decisions. As part of your overall plan, you'll need to select a location, decide on a business structure, and obtain the necessary licenses and permits. Additionally, determining which financing options will meet your short-term needs and long-term goals is crucial. Within this section, you will find information on some quick steps on how to get started. You can also download an interactive brochure to walk you through opening a business step-by-step, with useful tools to evaluate your business idea and prepare for your new life as a small business entrepreneur.
Small Business Brochure
- Developing an Idea
- Structuring Your Business
- Choosing a Location & Identifying City Processes
- Understanding Your Business Tax Responsibilities
- State Business Licenses & Permits
- Business Employer Requirements
- Business Incentives
Local Resources & Research
The City of Buda, along with its local partners and organizations, are here to assist you along each step of the way. You will be working closely with the following:
- Buda Economic Development Corporation
- City of Buda Department of Planning & Engineering
- Buda Chamber of Commerce
- Texas State University Small Business Development Center - 512-610-0996
- U.S. Small Business Administration - 210-403-5900
- Austin SCORE - 512-928-2425