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A Guide to Starting a Business in Minnesota

2026-10-08T00:18:40Z

DEED’s Small Business Assistance Office has published the 44th Edition, 2026 of its comprehensive A Guide to Starting a Business In Minnesota.

The Guide is available here in digital format for viewing and downloading.

The Guide contains a concise summary discussion of major issues, questions and concerns that are most commonly raised by those contemplating a business startup. Download the PDF. Also available in EPUB format.

Fill out the Small Business Assistance Intake and Order Form to have an electronic copy of the Guide sent.

Updated format - The Guide is available in an improved searchable, interactive format. The user friendly format allows for searching, note taking, downloading and sharing.
Check it out here, A Guide To STARTING A BUSINESS IN MINNESOTA 44th Ed. 2026

Minnesota's Unmatched Quality of Life

2026-07-29T19:17:11Z

This fact sheet provides key information and insights about Minnesota’s unmatched quality of life, giving you a clear and quick understanding of the state’s strong communities, exceptional amenities, and balanced living environment that help attract and retain top talent.

Higher Education in Minnesota

2026-07-15T20:14:26Z

This fact sheet gives you a quick, compelling snapshot of Minnesota's higher education system, highlighting key strengths, trends, and the opportunities shaping tomorrow's talent.

Minnesota's Global Talent Market

2026-07-15T20:14:26Z

This fact sheet provides key information and insights about Minnesota’s global talent market, giving you a clear and quick understanding of the state’s highly educated workforce, international talent pipeline, and strong commitment to workforce development that supports business growth.

Minnesota's Dynamic Innovation Ecosystem

2026-07-15T19:17:11Z

This fact sheet provides key information and insights about Minnesota’s innovation ecosystem, giving you a clear and quick understanding of the state’s research strengths, collaborative networks, and dynamic industry landscape that drive new ideas and technological advancement.

Minnesota's Smart Mobility Industry Fact Sheet

2026-07-15T14:30:32Z

This fact sheet provides key information and insights about Minnesota’s clean transportation efforts, giving you a clear and quick understanding of the state’s commitment to sustainable solutions, electric vehicles, and smart mobility as pathways to reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

First Considerations In Starting A Family Child Care Business

2026-06-17T18:52:11Z

The publication is directed at persons considering the formation and operation of a family day care business. It offers information that will guide the decision making on whether or not to enter this type of business. It is not intended as a source for legal or tax advice. Nor does it seek to provide counsel on all the aspects of starting a family child care business. Click title to download or contact the Small Business Assistance Office to order a free copy. Download

Updated format - The Guide is available in a improved searchable, interactive format. The user friendly format allows for searching, note taking, downloading and sharing.
Check it out here, First Considerations in Starting a Family Child Care Business

An Employer's Guide to Employment Law Issues in Minnesota

2026-06-17T16:39:53Z

14th edition, 2018. Provides a broad overview of issues that commonly arise in the workplace. It should be used only as a guide and not as a definitive source to answer your legal questions. The publication is a collaborative effort with the law firm of Ballard Spahr LLP. Download

Updated format - The Guide is available in a improved searchable, interactive format. The user friendly format allows for searching, note taking, downloading and sharing.
Check it out here, An Employers Guide To EMPLOYMENT LAW ISSUES IN MINNESOTA

Checklist For Hiring an Employee

2026-06-03T19:19:48Z

Generally outlines federal and state tax and other requirements that apply to the employment relationship. Addresses and telephone numbers appear in the Resource Directory section of this Guide.

Raising Capital: Securities Law and Business Considerations

2026-06-03T15:29:06Z

Covers a variety of legal and business issues that should be addressed when considering or preparing to raise business capital. The publication is a collaborative effort with the law firm of Fox Rothschild LLP. It does not address all circumstances. It is not intended as legal advice. Click title to Download

Updated format - The Guide is available in a improved searchable, interactive format. The user friendly format allows for searching, note taking, downloading and sharing.
Check it out here, RAISING CAPITAL: SECURITIES LAW AND BUSINESS CONSIDERATIONS