Doing Business As (DBA) - Fictitious Business Name
Most states require you to file a DBA if you are doing business under a name different than your legal name. Click on the "Order Now" button, fill out the form, and we'll begin the document process for you—or you can read more information below.
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DBA stands for "doing business as" and is an official registration of your business name. In some states, this is referred to as a "fictitious business name" or "assumed" name.
Our business filing experts can help you save time by filing a DBA application for you. We file your DBA with the required government agencies, and even publish it in most states. You'll receive the approval and publication certificate for your records.
- Open a bank account and collect checks and payments under your business name
- Start advertising on business cards, signs and your website
- Present your business professionally by collecting checks and payments under your business name
- Discourage others from registering your name by officially using your DBA
DBA registration is necessary if your company conducts any business and/or collects money under a name other than your own name. Also, banks generally require a DBA registration in order to open a business bank account.
DBAs are not just for sole proprietors. If you are a corporation or LLC and want to do business under a name different than your corporate name, you may be required to file for a DBA(fictitious business name).
