Free business literature and publications are available. Some chapters offer a text book, The Guide To Starting a Business . Help with business and market planning, obtaining financing, and other business related topics are available through a network of offices located across Indiana. The Center has IRS business tax forms as well as forms from the Indiana Department of Revenue and Workforce Development. The Center is well stocked with a wide variety of forms, publications and other literature.
Taxpayers can browse materials or meet with a volunteer counselor.
Volunteers include CPAs, attorneys, VITA volunteers, public accountants, enrolled agents and government employees. Counselors answer questions, assist with the completion of forms or refer the taxpayer to other governmental agencies or non-profit organizations for assistance. The State Information Center is a cooperative effort of all state agencies, providing easier access to Indiana State Government. Counselors are available from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, to answer general questions regarding state programs, services and requirements, and to direct callers to the correct office for assistance with more specific needs. Many of the forms mentioned in this document are available from the State Information Center as well.