Woman-owned Maine small business
Practical Small-Business Support, From Idea to Operation.
Business Solutions of Maine helps entrepreneurs start, organize, and grow their businesses with hands-on guidance, administrative support, research, websites, and practical systems.
Serving small businesses across Maine. 207-215-4295
How We Help
Most owners come to us with a pile of half-answered questions. We help sort out what matters first, then do the work alongside you.
Getting Set Up
Administrative help with LLC formation paperwork, EIN applications, Maine sales tax registration, and annual report filings.
Research & Requirements
Licensing and permit research so you know what your business actually needs before you spend time or money.
Planning & Organization
Business plans, pricing, workflows, and simple systems that make day-to-day operations manageable.
Administrative Support
Invoicing, recordkeeping, QuickBooks and bookkeeping setup, and financial-record organization.
Websites & Online Presence
Website creation, domain and business email setup guidance, and basic search visibility support.
Notary & Everyday Needs
Notary services and the small practical tasks that tend to pile up while you are running a business.
Start Your Business
A straightforward path, with support at whichever stage you are in.
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Idea
Talk it through, sort out what is realistic, and identify the first steps.
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Setup
Formation paperwork, EIN, registrations, and required filings, organized in order.
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Systems
Pricing, invoicing, recordkeeping, and simple workflows you can actually keep up with.
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Launch
Website, business email, listings, and the materials you need to open the doors.
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Ongoing
Annual filings, administrative support, and help when something new comes up.
Who We Serve
We work with Maine small businesses of all kinds, from brand-new sole proprietors to established shops that need a hand getting organized.
We have a particular commitment to helping rural entrepreneurs, women, veterans, and historically underserved or underrepresented business owners get started and grow. Our services are open to everyone.
Why BSOM
- Practical, hands-on experience with the paperwork and steps Maine businesses run into
- One-on-one support, so you are talking with a person who knows your situation
- Modern tools used carefully, with human review of everything you receive
- Clear next steps instead of a long list of things you are left to figure out
- Accessible, straightforward help for small budgets and small teams
- Honest referrals to licensed professionals when that is what a question calls for
Grants and referrals
Grant Research & Application Support
We research funding opportunities that may fit your business, screen basic eligibility, build document checklists, organize budgets, draft narratives, and track deadlines. BSOM does not guarantee funding.
Learn about grant supportWhen You Need a Licensed Professional, We Help You Find One.
Some questions belong with an accountant, attorney, insurance or payroll professional, lender, or credit-repair specialist. We will say so, and help you find someone appropriate.
About our referral approachImportant Information About Our Services
Business Solutions of Maine LLC is a small-business consulting and administrative services company. BSOM is not a law firm, accounting firm, or tax-preparation firm and does not provide legal, accounting, or tax advice. BSOM may provide administrative and drafting assistance with business documents, including operating-agreement templates, policies, business plans, and organizational materials, based on information supplied by the client. BSOM may use AI-assisted tools, templates, and commercial software in this work. Operating agreements, contracts, and other documents affecting legal rights or obligations should be reviewed by the client's attorney before signing or relying on them. Financial records, reports, tax-related information, and financial statements prepared or organized with BSOM assistance should be reviewed by a qualified accountant or tax professional before filing, certification, or major financial decisions.
Not sure where to start? That is the best time to call.
Tell us what you are working on and we will help you sort out the next step.