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  • articleHow to Register a Business

    …as” name, or a “DBA.” In some states, you must file a DBA registration with the state agency responsible for business filings, usually the secretary of state. You will submit…

  • articleThe Importance of Business Permits

    …also online services that can obtain the necessary licenses and permits for you—either for you to fill out and file on your own or to file them for you…

  • articleWhat Is the Corporate Income Tax?

    … Form 1120, U.S. Corporate Income Tax Just like individuals, corporations also have to file an annual tax return. Corporations file Form 1120, U.S. Corporate Income Tax Return . Form…

  • articleCalifornia Registered Agent for Service of Process: What to Know

    …won’t be present if any legal papers are served). Privacy When you file documents with the California SOS, the information becomes public record—including the name and address of…

  • articleHow to Form a Family LLC

    …business.  File your articles of organization. The articles of organization (also known as a certificate of organization or certificate of formation) are a document that you file with your state…

  • articleWhy Do Film Companies Form an LLC for a Movie?

    …the state within one to two business days," Sadig Romano says. To file, choose a business name and registered agent, and you'll need to create an operating agreement…

  • articleTrademark a Name

    …ways. File online through the USPTO's Trademark Center . This is the least expensive option at $350. File by mail or hand carry by following instructions on the USPTO website …

  • articleHow to Conduct a Wyoming Business Search

    …same WY SOS business search homepage, fill in the ID number, and click search. You might do this if you want to file your annual report, for example. As this…

  • articleWhat Is a Domestic Limited Liability Company?

    …you must register your LLC with each state, you must file out additional paperwork and pay each state's filing fees. It also means you must comply with each state…

  • articleHow to Choose the Right Business Structure for You

    …t even have to file paperwork to officially form the business unless you're doing business under a different name, in which case, you need to file a DBA form…