If you’re a party planner, you want your LLC name to convey fun; if you have a funeral home, not so much (even though “fun” is right there in the name). Think in the long term If you’re stuck for a unique business name, it can be tempting to stick the name of your city...
Deciding to legally change your name is a big step and one that should not be made lightly. In most situations, you must have a very good reason to change your name, and a judge must approve your request and issue a name change order unless the name change is related to marital status...
Your LLC’s legal name needs to incorporate specific legal abbreviations to signify your business structure. These abbreviations, such as “LLC” or “L.L.C.,” denote that your company is a limited liability company, providing essential information to regulatory authorities, customers, and potentia...
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That would be a DBA (“Doing Business As”). It allows your LLC to legally operate and do business under a name that is different than your LLC’s true and legal name. By the way, DBA is the more commonly used name, but in New York, they are are referred to as Assumed Names. ...
1. Search your LLC Name Search your LLC Name to make sure it’s available in the state. You need to do this because two businesses in the state can’t have the same name. First, search your business name and compare it to existing businesses in California. You can make sure the LLC...
When you wrote your business plan and started your business, you probably assumed you’d operate under the same name forever. But, there are times when a new business name truly is the best choice. Here are some of the most common reasons to consider a new business name… Trademark issues...
It doesn’t have to be. When deciding how to name your business, the key is to find a name that fits who you are and what your business is about. Obviously, you want a name that stands out — one that’s catchy, even quirky (Hi, Google.). But it's important to have a story...
A DBA (doing business as) is the name you want the public to call your company. Learn how to file for a DBA name and find out the costs and advantages.
“Limited Liability Company”, “LLC”, and “L.L.C.” –any one of these has to be used as a suffix in your business name. You cannot use any name for your business that is confusing or misleading. Terms such as “Treasury”, “State Department”, “FBI”, “CIA”, etc. should...