Pick a Location

Choosing the right location for your business can be a major factor in its success or failure. A good location may allow a struggling business to survive, but a weak location could mean trouble for even a very well-run business. Make sure you know all the legal restrictions of your place of business.

• Commercial Leasing
  How to get the best commercial lease for your business.
• Leasing Checklist
  Essential elements that should be on your lease agreement.
• Zoning Overview
  Types of zones and their specific regulations.
• Zoning Problems
  Sometimes a lawyer can help you get around zoning regulations.
• Signage Tutorial
  For help making the most of your commercial signage, visit SBA's signage tutorial.
• Home-Based Business FAQs
  If your business is home-based, look at the answers to these common questions.
• Zipcode Locator
  Find most zipcodes in the country.
• Home-Based Business And Government Regulations
  (PDF file)
  Home-based businesses face daunting restrictions from both the federal and local regulations described in this research report released by Advocacy.