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Texas.gov
Free Starting a Business in Texas
Official seven-step checklist for starting a Texas business, covering planning, location, financing, structure, taxes, permits, and employer requirements.
planningcompliancepermits
Verified 2026-06-04
Office of the Texas Governor
Free Texas Business Licenses and Permits Guide
State industry-specific licenses and permits guide for Texas businesses.
permitscompliance
Verified 2026-06-04
Texas Comptroller
Free Texas Comptroller Sales and Use Tax
Official Texas sales and use tax guidance, including state and local rate structure and permit/reporting information.
taxescompliance
Verified 2026-06-04
Texas Comptroller
Free Texas Comptroller Franchise Tax
Official franchise tax overview for taxable entities formed or organized in Texas or doing business in Texas.
taxescompliance
Verified 2026-06-04
Office of the Texas Governor
Free Governor Small Business Resource Portal
Customized Texas small business resource portal by location, business type, and need.
fundingplanningresources
Verified 2026-06-04