Licenses & Permits for a Michigan Sole Proprietor Retail Business

• ✅ Business License: Required for operating a retail business in most Michigan cities or townships.
• ✅ Sales Tax License: Necessary to collect and remit sales tax to the state.
• ✅ Assumed Name (DBA) Registration: If operating under a name other than your legal name.
• ✅ Seller’s Permit: Often required for businesses selling taxable goods.
• ✅ Zoning Permit: Ensures your business location complies with local zoning laws.
• ✅ Home Occupation Permit: If running the business from home, some areas require this.
• ✅ Specialty Permits: Depending on products sold (e.g., tobacco, alcohol, firearms).

Bonus Question

Do you need a federal EIN, or can you use your SSN as a sole proprietor?

✨📋 Licenses & Registrations for Your Vinyl & T-Shirt Biz

Here’s the checklist to keep your creative empire sparkling and compliant:

• ✅ Business License – The golden ticket to legally sell your artsy creations.
• ✅ Seller’s Permit – For collecting sales tax (because the tax man cometh).
• ✅ EIN (Employer Identification Number) – If you hire helpers or open a biz bank account.
• ✅ DBA Registration – If your biz name isn’t your legal name.
• ✅ Home Occupation Permit – If you’re crafting magic from your kitchen table.

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Licenses & Permits for Your Dropshipping Biz

• ✅ Reseller’s Permit – Avoid sales tax on wholesale purchases.
• ✅ Business Registration – Legitimize your online hustle.
• ✅ Sales Tax License – Required for Michigan, even if sales are online.

Food-Specific Must-Haves

• ✅ Food Establishment License – Non-negotiable for edible goods.
• ✅ Home Kitchen Inspection – If baking at home, expect a visit.
• ✅ FDA-Compliant Packaging – Leak-proof, labeled, allergy-aware.

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