For a new sole proprietorship in Virginia, identify the specific state commission responsible for business name registration, the local government offices to contact for a business license, and the primary Virginia-specific state authority offering grants or financing. Provide these details concisely.
Navigate to the 'FAQS' page on the Virginia Business One Stop website. Locate the section 'How do I register my business name?' and identify the relevant commission for sole proprietorships. Locate the section 'How do I get a business license?' and identify the responsible local government entities. Locate the section 'How do I get a grant and/or financing to start my business?' and identify the primary Virginia-specific financing authority. Synthesize the answers to these three questions into a concise response.
State that sole proprietorships register their business name via a fictitious name or 'Doing Business As' (dba) filing with the State Corporation Commission. State that business licenses are issued by the city or county where the business is based, and users should contact the Commissioner of Revenue, Business License and Permits, Department of Finance, or Zoning Office. Identify the 'Virginia Small Business Financing Authority Loans and Grants Program' as a state-level financing option. Provide a concise answer that includes all three pieces of information.