Do you have to be certified or have a license to start a party planning business?

Depends...are you doing this for a profit or are you just doing this as a hobby and rendering your services for free?

If it's a hobby and you're doing it for free, then you don't really need a license. But if you are expecting to make a profit, then technically yes, you need to get some sort of license to do it legally.

Business licenses and permits varies from location and which industry you decide to go into business. A site I use is Biztools: http://www.biztools.com/research/plan-a-business/b...

It provide links to other sites that helps you determine which licenses you need and how to obtain them. You can always also check out the SBA website ( http://www.sba.gov/ ) to find more information about local regulations and necessary licenses.

Another question I would like to ask is, what other services do you plan to provide to your customers? Are you just essentially a party planner or do you plan to serve drinks and food? Are they alcoholic beverages? Those will require additional licenses/permits. Just be sure to make a checklist of the services you plan on providing and make sure you have the proper licenses/permits to do so legally.

Also, keep in mind about your taxes. If you decide to go into business, you have to file the proper paperwork and taxes in regards to your business.

Hope that helps and good luck with your new found venture! =)

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A business degree would help a lot. But you don't need anything if it is just you and your friend. If i were you I would make up forms to cover your butt incase anything happens with a client. Remember your taxes and to tax your clients.