Keystone Innovation Zones
KIZs are Commonwealth-designated areas that foster job growth by connecting discoveries in educational institutions to technology transfer and entrepreneurship.
Credits, Grants & Other Incentives
Tax credits, grants and incentive programs could also add cash to the bottom line, and unlike loans, they don't require repayment.
Tax Payment Options and Information
How to file and pay taxes to the City of Philadelphia.
Tax Resources
General information about City taxes and tax services.
Employer Withholding Requirements
All Philadelphia employers must apply for a business tax account number from the City so you can begin withholding taxes.
Running a Home Based Businesses
If you're starting a home-based business in the City of Philadelphia, consider the following.
Wage Tax
The City Wage Tax is a tax on salaries, wages, commissions and other compensation paid to an employee employed by or rendering services to an employer. Generally, individual employees of Pennsylvania companies will find that the employer deducts Wage Tax from their pay, since this is required by law.
Net Profits Tax
The Net Profits Tax (NPT) is levied on the net profits from the operation of a trade, business, profession, enterprise or other activity.
Obtain a Business Income and Receipts Tax ID
Every individual, partnership, association and corporation doing business in Philadelphia must file a Business Income and Receipts Tax Return in whether or not they earned a profit during the preceding year. Rental activities are usually considered business activities.