Are you a business owner in Massachusetts? Or, maybe you’re considering launching your next venture in the Bay State? Then you’ve come to the right place! Here you’ll find guidance on how to start a business, fund your business, operate your business, hire employees, file for taxes, stay compliant in your state, and more.
Bookmark this page and keep checking back to track new legislation and developments in Massachusetts that may affect your company. Now, let’s dive in!
How to register your business in the state of Massachusetts
Here is how you register your new business in Massachusetts.
Find funding for your Massachusetts-based business
Every business, whether new or established, requires funding. Luckily, there are business loans and grants specifically designed for Massachusetts-based businesses. Check out the Massachusetts business funding page to find a loan or grant that’s a fit for your company.
How to file and pay business taxes in Massachusetts
Navigating the tax landscape can be complex—especially for busy business owners. Here is an up-to-date tax guide for Massachusetts businesses.
Managing employees in Massachusetts
Here’s the employer’s guide to hiring employees in Massachusetts and a guide to Massachusetts tax incentives.
Are you calculating employee paychecks? Use this Massachusetts salary paycheck calculator to determine withholdings and calculate take-home pay for your employees in Massachusetts. (We do the math for you.)
Need to calculate hourly employee paychecks? We’ve got a Massachusetts hourly paycheck calculator, too.
Are you hiring in Boston? Here’s data on salaries by job type in Boston.
Here’s what you need to know about the Massachusetts CORE Plan for retirement savings.
Minimum wage in Massachusetts | SUI tax rate in Massachusetts | Massachusetts DOL website |
$15.00 per hour$6.75 minimum tipped wage per hour | New employer tax rate: 1.45%Tax rate range: 0.56% – 8.62%Wage base: $15,000 |
