I would like to start a business from my home, do I need a business license?

Yes. You must apply for a home occupation permit from the Department of Planning and obtain a business license from the Commissioner of Revenue.

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1. Do I need to file an individual personal property filing form each year?
2. If I sell, trade, junk, or donate my vehicle during the year, can the personal property taxes be refunded.
3. If I am active military and not a Virginia resident am I required to pay personal property taxes to the city of Petersburg for my vehicle?
4. If I moved from another locality in Virginia will my taxes be prorated?
5. Is there a cost for a yard sale?
6. I would like to start a business from my home, do I need a business license?