Why Start a business in Gig Harbor?

Gig Harbor is a great place to locate your company!

The stunning scenery of our historic waterfront community entices people to come to live, work, and play. We have a unique and historic working waterfront in a sheltered Harbor across the bay from downtown Tacoma. Much of the beauty of our city comes from the forward-thinking land use planning, that preserved the natural beauty and prevented unattractive sprawl. Gig Harbor was one of the first communities in Washington State to adopt quality design standards and growth management policies.

Our business-friendly tax structure and our pro-business economic development standards are compelling reasons employers are attracted to Gig Harbor. There is no income tax in Washington State, and there is no state capital gains tax on businesses. Locally, Gig Harbor provides an advantageous tax environment compared to larger cities such as Tacoma and Seattle.

Where dreams are realized and businesses thrive…build a business and a better life in Gig Harbor.

 

How to Start a Business

Starting your own business can be exciting and scary at the same time! You ask yourself “How do I get started?”, “Who do I talk to?” and “What do I need?”. At first, it all seems overwhelming, but with the right resources, organization, and by following five simple steps, the beginning stages of starting a business can be easy and fun. In this overview we’ll briefly describe each step and point you to helpful resources where you can get more information.

Read more: How to Start a Business

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