A step-by-step guide for launching a business in Rock Island, with five essential steps: business planning, registration, securing space and permits, and connecting with local support resources via the FORWARD portal.
Rock Island Forward’s “How To Start a Business in RI” offers a local roadmap to entrepreneurship, tailored to Rock Island, IL. It walks users through:
1. Drafting a business plan (with QC SBDC support)
2. Registering with the state (MyTax Illinois & Form REG‑1)
3. Securing location and real estate
4. Identifying necessary permits
5. Accessing ongoing support via the FORWARD portal
The guide also highlights live chat support, a single point of access for grants, loans, and recovery programs, and connects entrepreneurs with regional business development partners.
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