BUSINESS TIP

February 2006

FirstGov

Set your Internet browser to www.firstgov.gov, the gateway website to United States government information on the World Wide Web. The designers of FirstGov have grouped business information under a button tab labeled "Business and Nonprofits". Transactions with the federal government can be conducted online such as, requesting an employer identification number, applying for an export license, and verification of Social Security numbers.

The link to "Forms" opens pathways to a collection of federal forms grouped by form number or regulatory agency. Frequently requested forms, such as, Social Security, tax, and veterans benefits are grouped together in a separate category. Most forms are available in PDF format and can be printed out using the free downloadable Adobe reader.

Other interesting links from the FirstGov Business and Nonprofits page include, a list of state and territory business resources, how to buy and sell to the government, and a collection of printable workplace posters.

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