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    LZ Tax Terms of Service Effective: May 31, 2024 Thank you for selecting LZ Tax, which is a dba of Purely Solutions, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of LegalZoom.com…

  • articleHow to Start an LLC in 7 Easy Steps (2025 Guide)

    …only uses its official limited liability company name, then it doesn't need a DBA. DBA requirements vary by location, so you may need to file with your city, county…

  • articleHow to Fill Out a W9 for an LLC Disregarded Entity

    …This is known as pass-through taxation. Although your disregarded LLC doesn’t file income tax returns as a separate entity, you might still need an employer identification number (EIN…

  • article10 Best Small Business Tools for 2025

    …expense tracking, payment processing, and tax preparation Team communications: Virtual meetings, file sharing, and project management software Customer service: Support tickets, help desks, and payment disputes Marketing and branding: Website…

  • articleDo I Need a Certificate of Authority for My Business?

    …a “doing business as" ( DBA ) is likely necessary. A registered agent within the state may also be required so that you have a representative who can receive service of…

  • articleHow to Get a Business License in Nevada

    …type of business must apply for a business license in Nevada, whether you’re operating as an LLC, DBA, or are a sole proprietorship with a home-based business. However…

  • articleCan You Change a Sole Proprietorship to an LLC?

    …creating a new LLC. You may have to cancel your sole proprietorship's trade name or Doing Business As (DBA) before you can form an LLC. You may or may…

  • articleStarting a Band: What You Need to Know from a Business POV

    …business name and register the band's name as a DBA, or "doing business as" name. You'll file a document with the state to officially create your…

  • articleHow Much Does an LLC Cost in Georgia?

    …LLC formation filing fee? The initial filing fee to a Georgia LLC is $100 if you file online through the Georgia Secretary of State's website. This fee covers the…

  • articleHow Much Does an LLC Cost in California?

    …not incur these costs: DBA filing costs If your California LLC does business under a name other than the LLC’s legal name, it must file a fictitious business name…