StartDMV Blog
Building the DMV's startup ecosystem, one story at a time.
Business Setup
How to Start a Business in Virginia: 2026 Step-by-Step Guide
Everything Virginia founders need to register a business in 2026: choosing a structure, SCC filing fees, assumed names, Virginia Tax, BPOL licenses, hiring rules and free help.
October 21, 2026 · 8 min read
Funding
Venture Capital Firms in Washington, DC: A 2026 Guide for DMV Founders
The main venture capital firms in Washington, DC and the wider DMV, sorted by stage and focus, with the DC Venture Capital Program, angel groups and upcoming investor events.
October 21, 2026 · 6 min read
Washington DC
Government Contracting Networking Events in DC: A Founder Guide
Where DMV startups and small businesses can meet contracting officers, primes and teaming partners: free APEX Accelerator help, upcoming GovCon events and the summits worth attending.
October 19, 2026 · 6 min read
Washington DC
Startups in Washington, DC: Notable Companies by Sector
From govtech and defense to climate, fintech and health, here are notable startups in Washington, DC, with links to their directory profiles and the local resources founders use.
October 19, 2026 · 5 min read
Funding
DMV Startup Funding Roundup: Week of October 16, 2026
Three verified DMV deals this week: IonQ's up to $1.3 billion stock deal for Elisity, a $24 million Series A for Sunbound and a $15.5 million Series A for Mogul.
October 19, 2026 · 4 min read
Washington DC
How to Start an LLC in DC: 2026 Step-by-Step Guide
Forming an LLC in Washington DC costs $99 through DLCP's BOSS portal, but the biennial report, OTR registration, zoning and a Basic Business License come next. Here is every step in order, with official fees and free help.
October 15, 2026 · 7 min read
Coworking
Coworking Spaces in Baltimore: 2026 Prices and Neighborhood Guide
Compare Baltimore coworking spaces in 2026, from $25 day passes downtown to free university space in Towson, with verified prices and the startup programs worth joining.
October 15, 2026 · 7 min read
Funding
Virginia Startup Ecosystem Guide: Funding, Programs and Communities
A practical guide to starting up in Virginia: company setup, free ICAP advising, VIPC grants and seed funding, investors, accelerators and the founder events worth your time.
October 15, 2026 · 5 min read
Funding
DMV Startup Funding Roundup: Week of October 11, 2026
Six DMV deals from October 4 to 11, 2026: a Herndon defense startup raised $17.5M, and five Maryland companies raised through notes, SAFEs, equity and an NIH grant.
October 15, 2026 · 5 min read