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An accurately prepared Assumed Name filing is your first major step in formalizing your business.
An accurately prepared Assumed Name filing is your first major step in formalizing your business.
DBA vs. Assumed Name: What You Need to File
DBA vs. Assumed Name: What You Need to File
Whether called a DBA, Assumed Name, Fictitious Business Name, or Trade Name, they all serve the same purpose: a public declaration of the name your business is using.
We specialize in providing the information needed by local government offices, often the County Clerk, in a state-specific custom forms that makes it fast and easy for them to file your certificate quickly and accurately the first time. We ensure your paperwork is prepared accurately so they can file your business name as part of the public record, and you can get started building your business.
What you will need to create your Assumed Name Certificate:
What you will need to create your Assumed Name Certificate:
All states require this information:
The legal names of all owners.
The address of all owners
The desired business name
The business address
Depending on your state, you may also be asked for one or more of these:
The NAICS code for your business (free lookup provided in our DBA generator)
A statement of your businesses purpose
A statement that you have searched and not found other businesses with the same name
A statement that you have met and requirements associated with publishing a public notice for the name's use
Acknowledgement of tax responsibilities
Acknowledgement that a DBA is not a business license
Scope / Jurisdiction of Operation
Dates name will be used
Owner D.O.B.
Consent to Use Name
Statement of understanding regarding liability limits
The Top Benefits of Filing Your Assumed Name Certificate:
The Top Benefits of Filing Your Assumed Name Certificate:
Secure Your Banking: Your filed certificate is required for Sole Proprietors and General Partnerships to open a dedicated business bank account under your assumed name.
Establish Credibility: Operating under a professional brand name (instead of your personal name) builds trust with customers and partners.
Branding Flexibility: For existing businesses, filing an Assumed Name in a specific county allows you to operate a new brand or product line in that county cost-effectively. Businesses can have different brands in different counties if that is beneficial for them, even LLCs or Corporations who don't want to change their name.
Stop wasting time filling out confusing paper forms
Stop wasting time filling out confusing paper forms
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