Resources and Links

Access government agencies, market data, startup support, workforce resources, and Chamber tools for doing business in Mansfield and Texas.

Choose the question you need answered, then go directly to the appropriate organization or resource.

Texas Business Formation

Register a business entity, review state filing requirements, and access official formation documents.

Link: Texas Secretary of State

Federal Tax Registration

Apply for an Employer Identification Number and review federal business-tax information.

Link: Internal Revenue Service

Texas Taxes and Permits

Find information about sales-tax permits, franchise taxes, and state tax responsibilities.

Link: Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts

Test Your Business Idea

Evaluate customers, competition, costs, risks, and assumptions before investing heavily.

Link: New Business Navigator

Start here for questions involving local government, development, permits, and city services.

City of Mansfield

Access city departments, public information, development resources, and municipal services.

Link: City of Mansfield

Planning, Development, and Permits

Find current information about zoning, building requirements, inspections, signs, and development processes.

Link: Mansfield Planning and Development

Local Economic Development

Explore business-location information, economic-development programs, and community data.

Link: Mansfield Economic Development Corporation

Important: The Chamber does not issue business licenses, permits, inspections, or zoning approvals. Confirm current requirements directly with the appropriate government agency.

Connect with organizations that provide mentoring, education, and technical assistance.

Small Business Development Center

Access business advising, planning support, workshops, and startup guidance.

Link: Local Small Business Development Center

SCORE Business Mentoring

Connect with volunteer business mentors and educational resources.

Link: SCORE

U.S. Small Business Administration

Find federal startup guidance, contracting information, lender resources, and business-management tools.

Link: U.S. Small Business Administration

Chamber Growth Guides

Use practical Chamber resources focused on startup decisions, growth, visibility, AI, and local business intelligence.

Link: Growth Guides

Explore credible sources of funding information without promises or guarantees.

SBA Funding Programs

Learn about federal loan programs and participating lenders.

Link: SBA Funding Programs

Grants and Outside Programs

Search current government and economic-development sources for available programs.

Link: Texas Capital

Note: The Mansfield Area Chamber does not provide grants or loans and cannot guarantee funding approval.

Use credible data to understand customers, competition, locations, and local conditions.

Local Market Data

Research demographics, industries, customer segments, competition, and business conditions.

Link: Data USA

U.S. Census Business Data

Access demographic, population, household, and business information.

Link: U.S. Census Bureau

Texas Economic Data

Review statewide economic, workforce, and industry information.

Link: Texas Economic Development

Mansfield Business Updates

Follow Chamber articles, reports, and programs addressing local business conditions and opportunities.

Link: The Success Blog

Member Login

Update your directory listing, register for programs, and manage your Chamber information.

Link: Member Login

Programs and Calendar

Find upcoming business education, workshops, briefings, and Chamber events.

Link: Programs and Calendar

Membership Options

Compare membership levels based on your business stage, visibility goals, and desired involvement.

Link: Membership Options

Certificates of Origin

Review the process for requesting export documentation through the Chamber.

Link: Certificates of Origin