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Do I need a business license to sell handmade items on a site like Etsy?

by CiCi, Window Shopper

  • Created: November 5, 2010, 11:49 am
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When is it necessary to become a 'true business'? 

 

If I work from home, no employees, no true 'overhead', is it necessary to register as a business?

 

Can someone make a 'minimum' and not be required to register?

Tags: Discuss Popular Topics, Starting & Registering a Business
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JimD | Former Moderator | 11/8/2010 - 5:47 am

CiCi, The IRS has a good article about whether something is a hobby or a business. Also take a look at Why Register a Business? JimD