Starting a business? Please read this before posting

[FS Concierge]

Welcome and congratulations on moving ahead with your new business!

With such a wealth of knowledge being shared on Flying Solo, there’s a good chance your question has already been answered!

So, before you post, please take a minute to search for your question here or click the search link in the grey navigation bar above.

Plus, below are some links to get you started on some of our most frequently asked questions:

• Do I need an ABN and how do I get one?
• What business structure should I use (company, sole trader etc)?
• Should I be registering for GST?
• How do I register a business name?
• Do I need a trademark?
• Need help with small business payment systems?
• How can I import from China? These two articles on where to start and a step-by-step-guide to importing from China will help.
• Looking to sell your products to retailers? Try Retailers - how do you like to be approached and Sending samples to stockists
  

And if you're starting a cafe or takeaway, these links should provide some extra assistance:

• Starting a business - read if you dare
  
• How to estimate realistic start-up costs for a takeaway
  
• Starting up a cafe
  
• Starting a cafe from scratch
  
• Salad bar help
  

We’ll be adding to these from time to time, so if you're aware of any other FAQs that belong here, just leave a comment below and we'll review all suggestions.

Cheers,
Jayne