PAULDING – Are you exploring the possibilities of starting, buying or expanding a business? Discover what it takes in “Small Business Basics” presented by Northwest Small Business Development Center.

Free two-hour classes are offered that will answer the necessary questions about buying, starting or expanding a small business.

The next class will be held from 9:30-11:30 a.m. on Dec. 12.

Classes in Paulding County are held at the Paulding County Economic Development Office, 101 E. Perry St., Paulding.

The material covered will include name registration, licensing, taxes, zoning, business entities, employees, insurance, financing and business planning.

Registration is required. For more information and reservations please call 419-782-6270 or email nwsbdc@defiance-county.com