Newaygo, MI CPA / Scott M. Wakerley, CPA

Thinking of owning your own business?

Opening your own business is exciting and thrilling. It's everything that comes after the excitement and thrill has worn off that dictates whether a small business will make it or not. It's up to you to maintain and stretch out the "thrill and excitement" period forever.

A methodical plan of action is needed to fulfill your dream or goal of being your own boss and running a successful business. Success lies in the approach you choose to take. We help you avoid the common pitfalls that many new small business owners make when starting their new venture.

We help you...

Select a business structure that best fits your needs by evaluating tax advantages for different types of entities such as a sole proprietorship, Limited Liablity Company, S Corporation, Corporation, etc.
Select the right accounting software if you choose to perform your own bookkeeping by evaluating your budget, needs and hardware.
Prepare and file your application for your Federal Employer Identification Number.
Prepare your Registration for Michigan Business Taxes to apply for applicable state taxes such as sales and use tax, income tax withholding, single business tax, and unemployment taxes.
Perform the legal setup of your business through either an attorney or our own incorporation services, depending on the needs and complexity of your business.

Let us help you succeed by getting your new business off to a good strong start.

Please complete the form below to learn more about our New Business Formation Services.