Can anyone help with the legalities of starting a home-based business? I have the know-how of making candles, but don’t know how to claim/file taxes. Will I need an accountant or professional? Do I need certain licenses? I am located in Ohio.

I have been practicing, making gifts for friends and family and make them for charity donations ((raffle items)). Everyone compliments my work and the strong scents, so I am considering turning this hobby into a jobby ; )

I’d appreciate any experienced & informative suggestions/answers.
I am pretty creative when it comes to advertisement ideas. I started a free web site & email account to share with my family and friends but didn’t want to actually advertise until I figured out the legalities to a home-based business.
CHECK OUT MY FREEWEB AND FEEL FREE TO GIVE ANY HELPFUL SUGGESTIONS TOO!

http://www.freewebs.com/customcandlesbyclaudio/

I’m familiar w-ebay, the home made candles do not fair well there. I do purchase candle making supplies on ebay though!
TYVM for the insight, CandleCravings!

How do you file/claim your taxes? Where do you get the required license or know which one you need?

My plan is to make them from home and keep it small for now. I may do craft shows or sell them on consignment. I believe I have the option to add a pay/order link on my freeweb… so I’m guessing that may be the most successful tool in selling.