Resources

IRS Account

It is important to create an IRS account. It allows for securing your company name and avoiding filings against your personal assets.

Create an IRS Account

EIN

The Employer Identification Number, i.e. Federal Tax Identification Number, is assigned to a business entity for identification.

Create an EIN

NC Secretary of State

The North Carolina Secretary of State is the agency in which business owners can register for an LLC, file and complete their Annual Report, and search through the directory of businesses.

North Carolina Secretary of State

Small Business Center

Tri-County Community College's Small Business Center, located in Murphy, NC, supports the development of new businesses and the growth of existing businesses by being a community-based provider of training, counseling, and resource information.

TCCC Small Business Center

Local Chambers

Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce

The Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce empowers its members to build relationships that foster economic development, growth and prosperity while uniting businesses and community leaders.

Cherokee County Chamber

Clay County Chamber of Commerce

The purpose of the Clay County Chamber of Commerce is to advance the general welfare and prosperity of the businesses, organizations and individuals of Clay County.

Clay County Chamber

Fannin County Chamber of Commerce

The Fannin County Chamber of Commerce is a community and business organization that advocates for its 900+ diverse member businesses. The Chamber promotes and enhances the talents and resources of its members to create a climate of growth and success in the community.

Fannin County Chamber

Union County Chamber of Commerce

The Union County Chamber champions business growth and business prosperity throughout Union County.

Union County Chamber