Much has been written about incorporating a new business, including information on which entity structure suit your business needs better. However, this is just the first step toward a successful entrepreneurship. As a matter of fact, new business owners can have just as many questions after incorporating or forming a limited liability company (LLC). 

Federal and State Compliance is just the beginning on your newly formed business (EIN, Business Permits and Licenses). There other essential items that need to be taken care of to pave the road to success even before contacting the first lead, making the first sale or planning marketing and sales strategies and it’s important to get all your legal and operational items aligned as soon as possible. 

If you have recently incorporated or formed an LLC, here are eight items to check off your to do list.