There are four legal business structures: You must choose one of these: sole proprietor, a gen. or limited partnership, a Limited Liability Company (LLC) or a Corporation.
Of course there are financial and tax considerations. As you look your legal structure options, you’ll need to consider a number of factors, including how much of control you want to have, your business' vulnarability to lawsuits and money needs. Once you have determined a structure, you will need your tax registrations and licensing.Limited Liability Company Corporation must get a state LLC / corporate certificate. Sole Proprietors/Partners must File a DBA (Doing Business As) , Nonprofits must form a non profit corporation.
It is recommended that you file an LLC or Incorporate your business instead of a DBA (Doing Business As) . An LLC or Corp will register your business name
Read moreYou need to submit your business information first.
You can select one or more of the licenses, tax IDs or other registrtrations you need such as an LLC o DBA (Doing Business As) .
Select payment type and pay online.
After payment, you will receive a receipt by email. Then check your email often because in the next hour, same day or shortly the next day, we will file and mail or email the documents to you.
In addition to a DBA (Doing Business As) (California Incorporation) registration, you will need a business license. Also called an Occupational License
Read moreIn addition to a DBA (Doing Business As) (Assumed Business Name) registration, you will need a Seller's Permit if you sell merchandise or want to buy wholesale
Read moreIn addition to a DBA (Doing Business As) (Fictitious Firm Name Certificate) registration, you will need an EIN if you are an employer, LLC, Corp, or Partneship.
Read moreIt is recommended that you file an LLC or Incorporate your business instead of a DBA (Doing Business As) . An LLC or Corp will register your business name
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