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How do I file my business name as a (DBA) Doing Business Under an Assumed Name?

Jefferson County Clerks Office
If you wish to file a business name as a sole proprietor, you will come to Metro Hall, 527 W. Jefferson Street, Room 204. Using the computer system as a final check, you will confirm that the chosen name is not being used by anyone else. At the Deed Room Desk, you will obtain a DBA form to fill out. You will then record the business name at the Recording Desk. There is an $11.00 recording fee and an additional $4.00 charge for notarization. This document needs to be renewed every five years.

Where can I get a DBA (also called an Assumed Business Name)?

Idaho Small Business Solutions - Frequently Asked Questions
Check out the Legal Structure/DBAs page on this Web site or visit the Idaho Secretary of State's Web site at http://www.sos.Idaho.gov/corp/corindex.htm. Information is also available on this site on the Links page under Legal Structure/Business Entity Descriptions and Forms. You can also search the Secretary of State's on-line database at http://www.accessidaho.org/public/sos/corp/search.html?ScriptForm. See similar questions...

What is the difference between a Fictitious Name and a Doing Business As (DBA)?

First Stop Business Center - Frequently Asked Questions
A Fictitious Name and a DBA are one and the same. They can also be known as "trade names." At times, a DBA is used when a company decides to do business under a name other than that in which they are registered. Pursuant to O.C.G.A. 10-1-490 trade names are registered with the Clerk of Superior Court of the county where the business is principally located. See similar questions...

How do I get a DBA (Doing Business As)?

HCG Frequently Asked Questions - FAQs
The paperwork for a DBA must be drafted through your attorney's office. It can then be filed at the Horry County Register of Deeds Office. However, keep in mind, the only way to protect your business' name is to incorporate or trademark it through the South Carolina Secretary of State's Office. See similar questions...

Where do I apply for a D.B.A. (Doing Business As) license from?

Town of Malta - Frequently Asked Questions
D.B.A. licenses may applied for at the Saratoga county Clerk's office. This office is located in Ballston Spa (County Seat) at 40 McMaster Street. 518-899-2213. See similar questions...

Is it difficult to obtain a DBA (Doing Business as)?

Rensselaer County Map
Not at all! Anyone interested in starting a business in Rensselaer County can register a business name in our office located at 105 Third Street in Troy. Be sure to bring a photo ID and either cash or a check when registering your business. We will search your business name on our computer database to make sure that it is not being used by anyone else in Rensselaer County. We will notarize your signature with proper ID, which will enable you to file your DBA. The cost for filing a DBA is $25. See similar questions...

How do I file a business entity registration of "DBA"?

Collin SBDC
Once the legal structure of the business has been determined, and if a separate business name will be used, the business name must be registered with the county clerks office and/or the Secretary of State. If the business will operate as a sole proprietorship or a general partnership, an Assumed Name Certificate or d.b.a. See similar questions...

How do I record a business name under an assumed name?

Wilkes County : FAQ
You may complete and record a Certificate of Assumed Name. You must complete the appropriate form: Certificate of Assumed Name of a Sole Proprietorship, Partnership, Limited Partnership OR a Certificate of Assumed Name for a Corporation. The recording fee for either instrument is $14.00 for the first page plus $3.00 for each additional page. See similar questions...

What is the difference between a fictitious business name and a DBA "doing business as" name?

There's no difference between a fictitious business name and a DBA. A fictitious business name is often referred to as a DBA, an assumed business name or a trade name. See similar questions...

How do I apply for an assumed name for my business?

Iosco County Clerk- Frequently Asked Questions
Persons who own, conduct or transact business in Iosco County are required, by statute, to file their business names in this county, on forms provided by the County Clerk's office (click here for form). A Certificate of Assumed Name and a Certificate of Copartnership must be filed in every county where business is conducted. the time of filing, this office will verify if the business name chosen is available. Once accepted, certified copies of that business name will be issued. See similar questions...

Can someone else use my business name if I have a DBA?

In most states, DBAs, unlike corporations or LLCs, do not guarantee exclusive use of a name. In most cases, the state or county will file any correctly prepared fictitious business name statement, regardless of name conflict. See similar questions...

How do I know if I have to file a DBA?

Frequently Asked Questions - Incorporating or Forming your L...
If the Corporation will be doing business under a name other than it's legal name, a DBA (Doing Business As) must be registered according to current Laws. We can register a DBA for you in conjunction with the incorporation process. We will ensure compliance with all applicable laws, including the proper preparation and filing of all registration documents. See similar questions...

If I have a corporation or an LLC name, do I also have to file a DBA under that name as well?

The articles of incorporation or organization are enough for official name registration and business name transactions with financial institutions provided that the entity uses its legal name. A DBA is simply a name statement registered with the state and not an official business formation like a corporation or an LLC. See similar questions...

Why file an assumed name certificate?

North Texas Small Business Development Center - Frequently A...
Many states, including Texas, require businesses to file assumed name certificates if they are not incorporated. Even without this requirement, filing is a good business practice. It informs the public about the existence of the business and is often required by banks before they will open business checking accounts or grant business loans. See similar questions...

Do I need to file an assumed name or fictitious name certificate?

Corporation FAQ's
Not if you are doing business under your corporate name. You will need to file if you use other names. Since assumed/fictitious names must often be filed in each county where you do business, we do not recommend using assumed/fictitious names. See similar questions...

I am a sole proprietor, do I need to file a dba? If so, what is a DBA?

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Required Documents When Starting a Business. In general, the following need at least these documents: INDIVIDUALS, PARTNERSHIPS & CORPORATIONS OR LLCs doing business in a name other than their legal name need a DBA trade name and a business license. CORPORATIONS & LLCs need a federal tax id and a business license. EMPLOYERS need a federal tax id (EIN), a state tax id (EIN) and a business license. See similar questions...

When do I need to register my business under an Assumed Business Name?

State of Illinois | IDFPR FAQ pages
Registration for an assumed business name is required any time an auction business is marketed to the public under a name that is in any way different than the name appearing on the auctioneer or auction firms license. The licensee shall submit to DPR a certified copy of his or her registration under the Assumed Business Name Act [805 ILCS 405] at the time of application or within 30 days after the registration. See similar questions...

Can a business owner file an extension?

Webb County Appraisal District Home page
Yes, on written request by the property owner the Chief Appraiser shall extend the deadline to May 15. The Business Property Owner may request to further extend the deadline an additional 15 days, upon showing good cause in writing and receiving the Chief Appraiser’s approval confirmation. See similar questions...

Must I file an assumed name certificate if I am only going to use the name I incorporated under?

North Texas Small Business Development Center - Frequently A...
No. When you incorporate with the Secretary of State in your state of incorporation, you may do business anywhere in the state without the need for any further filing. For more information on this topic, see your local SBDC. See similar questions...

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