Doing Business in Greenbrier County and West Virginia
Listed below is helpful information for those interested in starting a business or who currently own a business and need access to training, financing or consulting.
Internet Resources:
www.sbdcwv.org
1900 Kanawha Blvd., East Bldg. 6
Charleston, WV 25305
888-982-7232
A book titled "Going Into Business in West Virginia," can be downloaded, plus a sample business plan. Organization provides support with business plans, market research and more.
www.wv.gov
The main site for state government and provides information on forms regulations, data, online tax information, and other resources to do business in West Virginia
www.state.wv.us/taxrev/
State Tax Department
For tax information or assistance, call 304-558-3333 or 1-800-982-8297, Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; taxpayer assistance also available at 407 Neville Street, Suite 109, Beckley, WV 25801; 304-256-6764
www.labor.state.wv.us
Wage and Hour/Dept of Labor outlines wage and hour laws and some licensing.
www.uspto.gov
United States Patent & Trademark Office
Secretary of State:
Secretary of State
Bldg. 1, Suite 157-K
1900 Kanawha Blvd. East
Charleston, WV 25305-0770
304-558-8000 or 866-SOS-VOTE. Corporate Net Income Tax 9.0% Basis: Federal taxable income with WV adjustments; three-factor apportionment formula (property, payroll and double-weighted sales factors) for multistate businesses.
Business Franchise Tax 0.75%Basis: Net worth of corporation or partnership as determined for federal tax purposes; three factor apportionment formula (see above) for multistate businesses.
Sales and Use Tax 6.0% Note: Materials and machinery used in direct manufacturing processes are exempt.
Personal Income Tax 6.5% Basis: Federal adjusted gross income with WV adjustments; $2,000 personal exemption; top rate (shown) on incomes over $60,000.
Economic Development/Financing
The Greenbrier Valley Economic Development Corporation (www.gvedc.com) serves Greenbrier, Pocahontas and Monroe Counties. The GVEDC provides information useful to industries contemplating expansion or relocation to the tri-county area.
For information, call 304-645-7155 or e-mail gvedc@charterbn.com; 810 N. Jefferson St., Lewisburg, WV 24901;
The GVEDC will work closely with the following financing organizations to distinguish the most suitable funding available for your business needs.GVEDC options:
GVEDC Micro Revolving Loan Fund Program
GVEDC Intermediary Relending Loan Program
GVEDC Rural Business Enterprise Loan ProgramOther options:
Small Business Administration Loan Programs
USDA Rural Development Loan Programs
Additional Financing Links:
West Virginia Capital Corporation
West Virginia Jobs Investment Trust
West Virginia Development OfficeLightstone Foundation and Lightstone Community Development Corporation (www.lightstone.org) work to strengthen and sustain rural mountain communities by supporting sustainable enterprises and serving as a regional learning center for family farm communities, natural resource management and rural community-based development. A loan program is available for microenterprises.
County Government
Greenbrier County Assessor's Office: 304-647-6615
Greenbrier County Board of Education: 304-647-6470
Greenbrier County Cooperative Extension Service: 304-647-7408
Greenbrier County County Clerk: 304-647-6602
Greenbrier County Commission: 304-647-6689
Greenbrier County Planning Commission: 304-647-6630
Greenbrier County Health Department: 304-645-1787
Greenbrier County Housing Authority: 304-645-4966
Greenbrier County Landfill: 304-645-2489
Greenbrier County Sheriff's Office/Tax: 304-647-6609
City of Alderson: 304-445-2916
City of Lewisburg: 304-645-2080
City of Rainelle: 304-438-7191
City of Ronceverte: 304-647-5455
City of Rupert: 304-392-5682
City of White Sulphur Springs: 304-536-1454
City of Quinwood: 304-438-6658
