What is a DBA?
In the USA, “DBA” stands for “Doing Business As.” It’s a term used when a business operates under a name different from its legal, registered name. For example, if your LLC is named “Neon Apps LLC,” but you want to operate under the name “Neon Software,” you would file for a DBA.
Here’s what you need to know about DBAs:
- Purpose: A DBA allows businesses to use a different name for marketing or operational purposes without changing the legal name of the business.
- Registration: DBAs are registered with state or local governments, depending on the jurisdiction. The process and requirements vary by state.
- Legal Considerations: A DBA doesn’t provide legal protection for the name like a trademark does. It simply allows you to operate under that name. If you want exclusive rights to the name, you may need to register it as a trademark.
- Bank Accounts: To open a bank account in the DBA name, you generally need to provide proof of DBA registration.
- Renewal: DBAs often need to be renewed periodically, according to state or local regulations.
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