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Guidance and resources for starting a new business in Marion County, WV ​

​The Marion County Chamber of Commerce helps owners and leaders from area businesses understand the requirements of doing business in Marion County. The chamber’s Small Business Division is charged with creating an environment that sustains and increases the business base while decreasing the cost of doing business for chamber members. The division offers a complete Business Guide that serves as an excellent resource for both start-ups and existing companies.
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Guide to Starting a Small Business

Selecting the Right Organization Type​

It’s important to choose the right legal designation for your business with the advice of an attorney. Possible business types include:
  • Sole Proprietorship
  • Partnership
  • Corporation
  • Limited Liability Company
  • S Corporation

Small Business Assistance

Marion County offers a powerful business support network that includes the Small Business Development Center, a tremendous resource that provides literature and professional consultation at no charge.

Federal Programs

After you’ve chosen the form your business will take, you’ll need to register it with the state and federal governments. You will also need an understanding of required taxes and withholding, and you’ll need to know about any Occupational Safety and Health Administration requirements you will have to meet.

Taxes and Unemployment Insurance

It certainly comes as no surprise that your business will have to pay taxes. The type of taxes you must pay will vary depending on the form of your business. In addition, if your company employs others, you will have to pay unemployment compensation insurance.

Tax Incentives

​Your business may qualify for tax incentives from the state. The Chamber can help you locate more information about these incentives.  Call our office at 304. 363.0442 for more information.

Local Government Programs

If your business is located in the City of Fairmont, you will need to obtain a business license, and Marion County may require you to register the business in certain circumstances.

Funding Sources

You have a variety of resources for funding a new business or an expansion of an existing one. The MCCC has access to many financing resources, from banks and Small Business Administration loans to funding from the West Virginia Economic Development Authority. Contact the MCCC for a full listing of all of the current available sources.

Your Business Plan

A business plan is one of the most important steps in creating a new business. Your plan should cover these five main topics:
  • General Information
  • Business Description
  • Management Profile
  • Market Information
  • Financial Information

Real Estate

​Marion County boasts a number of excellent sites for your business. The cities of Fairmont and Mannington have Main Street organizations to assist you in selecting the best locations within those cities.
Main Street Fairmont
Mannington Main Street

Insurance

​Your insurance needs will depend on the type of business you operate. Visiting several agents will help you select the package that fits your needs best.
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Additional Resources

Small Business Administration
800-U-ASK-SBA (800.827.5722)

City of Fairmont
304.366.6211

Fairmont Community Development Partnership
304.366.7600

Fairmont State University
​Small Business Development Center
304.367.2712

Main Street Fairmont
304.366.0468

Mannington Industrial Corporation 304.986.3733

Mannington Main Street
304.986.2037
Marion County Development Authority
304.367.5400

Marion County Regional Development Corporation
304.333.6732

Upper Mon Valley SCORE
304.363.0486

High Tech Foundation
877.363.5482

WV Region VI Workforce Investment Board
304.368.9530

WV Small Business Development Center
304.367.4920

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110 Adams Street  |  Fairmont, WV 26554
Phone: 304.363.0442
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