I am starting a small cleaning business in my neighborhood with me and my friend do i need a business license?

Question

its just me and my friend thats going to be working

Answer 1

.   Maybe.  Call the City Treasurer.  It will take 3 minutes.

Answer 2

Poster kemperk is absolutely correct; the only thing I might add is the license gives you somewhat of a credibility edge; people may want to see if you're legit before they trust you in their homes, but I agree, wait 'til your making good $$$$. BTW in our town the fee is only $25.

Answer 3

You may or may not, depending on your city's requirements.  There is a website that tells you how to start a cleaning business and it gives you a square footage price estimate chart at http://cleanuptheprofit.com

Answer 4

my suggestion is to "temporarily" not bother.  Wait till you are earning

$1,000 a mo and then, get a license.

I used to give opposite suggestions ages ago.  Cities want their

license fees to pay for other things and there is no reason for you

to contribute to that NOW.