Business Licensing

From research to filing, we have you covered during all stages of the business licensing process.

Business license services

Obtaining and maintaining business licenses is a required step for businesses in almost all industries. Each jurisdiction has its own licensing requirements and the process to obtain or renew a license can vary greatly. RASi can assist with your business licensing needs and take this time-consuming process off your hands.

License Research

Whether you need a business license varies based on your specific business activity and the jurisdiction in which you are operating.

Our licensing team can:

License Filings

Whether your business is locally owned and operated or nationwide, we can prepare and process your license applications.

Our licensing team can:

License Assessment

Unsure of what licenses your business currently holds or the status of each? We can compile a comprehensive report that will identify the licenses the business should hold, verify the current status of licenses already held, and provide instructions on how to obtain the licenses your business is currently missing.

Our licensing team will:

License Managed Solutions

Securing your entity's business licensing needs is a stressful process that leads to more questions than answers. If things are not submitted correctly or on time, your entity will face harsh consequences. Our dedicated team is here to help you avoid those consequences by managing all stages of the business licensing process including research, assessment, verification, and filing.

Leave the legwork to our compliance experts
Improve turnaround time and reduce risk
Eliminate redundancy of process
Experience the continuity of service without interruption

Licensing Research Report

Whether you need a business license varies based on your specific business activity and the jurisdiction in which you are operating. Our Business License Research results will be delivered to you in an interactive report, which will link you directly to the appropriate filing authority, detail any additional requirements, and allow you to request our help with filing - all in one place.

Start With A License Research Report

Specific industry information

Almost every business will require different licenses, depending on where the business is operating and the type of business being conducted. When it comes to specific industry information, our team of experts can provide you with all of the information pertaining to your business's requirements for compliance.

Businesses that we provide licensing for:

Architects & Architectural Firms
Commercial Painter
Electrical Contractor
Employment Services
Engineers & Engineering Firms
General Contractor
Home Improvement Contractors
Insurance Agencies
Insurance Brokers
Landscaping Contractor

Non-Resident Pharmacies
Private Detective/Investigation
Real Estate Agent/Broker
Salons/Cosmetology
Security Services
Specialty (plumbing, HVAC, roofing, etc.)
Staffing Agency
Talent Agency
Wholesale Drug Distributor

License complaince

We provide a managed service for renewable business licenses and a robust business license software, CorpliancePLUS^®. With our advanced client portal, you can view and manage your business registrations and licenses in one accessible place.

View all current license details and expiration dates
Review license applications and print copies of license documents
Produce custom reporting for easier license portfolio management

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Some of the most important details you need to know are:

Why a specific business license is required for your industry and/or business activity
Processing time for applications
Pricing for service fees, renewals and any additional fees
When licenses need to be renewed
Local licensing that is necessary for your business to operate at the local level
The specific state requirements for the licenses your business needs to obtain

Frequently asked questions

How can a business license research report help my business?

A Business License Research Report will help give you and the business stakeholders peace of mind when it comes to your entity's compliance with state and local regulations. Even if you are operating in one location, we can help confirm you have licensing covered from the Federal level all the way down to your local municipality.

My business is already up and running. Can your research report help me?

Our Business License Research Report will still be beneficial your business that is already operating. We will confirm that your business has all the right licenses in place or help identify what your business may need if you wish to expand. If you are unsure of the status of the licenses you already have, you can also try our Business License Research Assessment.

Will RASi be able to tell me the fees involved in starting my business?

Our Business License Research Report will detail the filing fees due to the jurisdiction when obtaining a license. If you also wish for us to assist with completing the license applications for you, you can order our Business License Filing service directly from the report, which will break down our service fees.

What else could be required when obtaining a business license? Do I just have to complete the application?

Sometimes a jurisdiction only requires the information on the face of the application. However, many state and local filing agencies request additional documentation or have required prerequisites. Our Business License Research Report will detail these additional requirements for you.

Is a Secretary of State registration the same as a business license?

It is not. Some guidance you may read will use the terms interchangeably, but the Secretary of State registration is separate and distinct from a business license you might require. While both authorize you to do business in a particular jurisdiction, the Secretary of State registration is just the first step. If you are in a regulated industry or operating in a jurisdiction with local licensing or taxing requirements, you likely have a need for additional business licenses.

What types of businesses can you assist with?

We assist with many different types of business licenses. Click here to see a list of industries we most commonly work in. Not seeing your type of business? Reach out to our team to see if we may be able to assist.

What if I need a license for myself, or for my employees?

RASi will assist with identifying license requirements and filing applications for individually held licenses, not just for your business entity.

How else can RASI help maintain my business license compliance?

Business License Filing
Business License Verification
Business License Assessment
Business License Managed Solutions

Does every type of business require a license?

Not always. There are times that our Business License Research Report will turn up limited results, but this will give you peace of mind knowing that you are covered before opening your doors.

Once I have obtained the business license, am I all set?

Sometimes, you are. Few licensing agencies offer a one-time license. Most often, you must renew your business license annually or biennially. Our team can assist with your ongoing license compliance.

The reporting functionality was really the feature that I appreciated the most. The reports were generated very fast and could be exported very quickly to Excel so the data could be customized. Our licensing team really loved the multiple custom reminders that could be created. So, we would not only receive notice of a licenses pending expiration date, we would receive notice ahead of the date a renewal application was due to the municipality.

Leah KDirector of Legal Services