Tax incentives
Learn about what the Commonwealth has to offer in the way of business tax incentives, credits and programs.
Financing and funding information from Housing and Economic Development
Contains information on startup and initial funding, loans, infrastructure financing, and grants.
Affordable Care Act tax provisions
Here you'll find information from the IRS on the Health Insurance Premium Tax Credit, the Small Business Health Care Tax Credit, tax-free health coverage for older children, and more.
Energy efficiency for businesses
Energy efficiency is a proven investment for small and large businesses. Learn about the Green Loan Program for energy-efficient upgrades, Mass Save efficiency incentives sponsored by Massachusetts gas and electric utilities, and federal and state incentives for energy efficiency and renewable energy installations. Also find energy-saving tools such as assessments and audits, calculators, software, and more.
Energy and environmental education and outreach programs for businesses
Through education and outreach efforts, the Office of Technical Assistance and Technology (OTA) promotes toxics use reduction and resource conservation. As a complement to on-site technical support provided to businesses, OTA sponsors workshops and conferences, develops resource tracking software tools, publishes newsletters and case studies, and more.
Mass. Business Resource Team
The Business Resource Team helps businesses identify and access state programs and resources that match their needs. Whether you're expanding, relocating, hiring new employees or looking for working capital, they can help you. Get them working for you now!
Massachusetts Office of Business Development (MOBD)
Helps identify state, local and private financing sources.
Massachusetts Small Business Development Centers (MSBDC)
Provide one-to-one free confidential services focusing on, business growth, strategies, financing and loan assistance.
Securities and investor protection
The Securities Division within the Office of the Secretary of the Commonwealth works to ensure a free and competitive securities market in Massachusetts.
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) guide for small businesses
The SEC offers a guide to help you understand how to raise capital and comply with the federal securities laws
Small Business Purchasing Program (SBPP)
Declare eligibility and participate in the SBPP to increase your business with the state, receive access to online notification of competitive procurement opportunities targeted to eligible small businesses, to access a host of training programs, and more.
Buying from state government
Learn how you may be able to take advantage of the Massachusetts government's purchasing power and state contracts.
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