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Start and grow your business in unincorporated King County
Are you interested in starting a business? Here are some key steps and resources to make your dream a reality.
Do you need a business license?
King County does not have a business license requirement, but all businesses in the state must get a Washington State business license.
Small business guidance (wa.gov)Business planning resources
- Community Business Connector
Helps small business with access capital, business planning, marketing & technology, regulatory, and social services - Resource Navigator
Helps small businesses search for local organizations that offer support - Washington Small Business Development Center
A network of expert business advisors across the state that help entrepreneurs or small business owners start, grow, or buy/sell a business - SCORE
A group of experienced business professionals who provide guidance to those desiring to start a small business and assist existing small businesses to improve their profitability
Financial resources
- Small business loans for Washington State companies
Resources from the Washington State Department of Commerce - Craft3
A nonprofit community development organization that uses capital, relationships, and voice to build a thriving, just, and empowered Pacific Northwest - Business Impact NW
A nonprofit Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) dedicated to serving underbanked entrepreneurs - El Centro de la Raza
Has a Business Opportunity Center to assist with the process of starting a small business - Community reinvestment fund USA
A national nonprofit with a mission to improve lives and strengthen communities through innovative financial solutions - Grow America (lending/loans)
Works to increase the flow of capital for investment in low-income communities - Rainier Valley Community Development Fund
A self-sustaining, community-controlled financial institution dedicated to promoting community development and economic opportunity through responsible lending to people with low to moderate incomes who have not been able to get credit
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Economic development
Main economic development page
Move your business to unincorporated King County
Resources for those considering a business move to our region
Manage your existing business
Resources to manage and grow your business
Projects and partnerships
Learn about our projects and partnerships to support local economic development