[stacis]

I am thinking about starting a consulting business in Ca. I would be helping construction type businesses with their Air Quality Registration paperwork. I am wondering if I just need a fictitious business name statement? Will I need to be bonded for this type of business?

Thank you.

[vingogly]

Some of the things you need to think about are capitalization, marketing (including branding and internet presence), incorporation, business planning. A good place to get free consulting for your startup is the Service Corps Of Retired Executives (SCORE). You can enter your zipcode to find a SCORE office near you. A good place for getting incorporated and trademarking your business name is Legalzoom, which you've probably heard of through their radio ads. Regarding bonding, depends on your state; you can find a local lawyer through the American Bar Association's website.