DBA
Learn about the perks of filing a DBA (doing business as) and get tips specific to your state.
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File a DBA in Michigan
As a Michigan business owner, filing a DBA can give you the freedom to operate under your chosen business name, without the hassle of establishing an LLC. Here's how to do it.
· 7 min read
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File a DBA in Arizona
Want to file for a trade name in Arizona but unsure how to get started? Find out how to get a DBA and resources for navigating the process.
· 8 min read
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File a DBA in Pennsylvania
Learn how your business can file a 'doing business as' or DBA in Pennsylvania to operate under a name that’s different from your proper name.
· 7 min read
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File a DBA in North Carolina
Doing business under a different name requires a DBA certificate in North Carolina. Get the details on who needs a North Carolina DBA and how to get one.
· 7 min read
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File a DBA in Delaware
Filing a DBA allows a company to do business with a different name. Find out more about how to get a DBA in Delaware, when it is required by law, and more.
· 8 min read
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How to Start a Florida Sole Proprietorship
If you’re thinking of opening a sole-proprietorship in Florida, you may want to consider the pros and cons and whether an LLC might be a better fit.
· 6 min read
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How to File a DBA in Illinois
If you want to do business under a different business name, you’ll need to file for a DBA, or ‘doing business as.’ Find out more about how to get a DBA, how it affects your business, taxes, and more.
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What Is a Sole Proprietorship? The Complete Guide
If you’re starting a new business, you might consider a sole proprietorship. Learn more about the advantages and disadvantages of this business structure.
· 8 min read
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How to File a DBA in Texas: A Step-by-Step Guide for 2025
If you're looking to start a business in Texas using anything other than your legal name, you'll need to file a 'doing business as' document with the state and the county. This document protects you and your business, and it also provides a public record for others to check.
· 11 min read
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What Is a DBA? a Complete Guide for 2025
Learn what a DBA is, who needs one, and how to get it in our complete guide.
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