A DBA (Doing Business As) allows a Corporation or LLC to operate under a name different from its legally registered business name. Whether you're launching a new product line, opening a different location, or building a new brand identity, a DBA offers flexibility without forming a new legal entity.
If your registered LLC is “Bright Future Enterprises LLC,” you can register a DBA like “Bright Future Marketing” or “Bright Tutoring Services.
Run separate divisions under distinct names.
Promote services or products under more targeted, memorable names.
Save on legal, tax, and administrative costs.
Accept payments under different business names.
Manage all operations under one legal structure with less complexity.
Use unique names for different store or service locations.
A DBA can be a smart choice if you want to operate under a different name without forming a new entity. It offers flexibility and branding options for sole proprietors, LLCs, and corporations.
Corporations expanding into new markets
LLCs offering multiple service lines
Franchise-style business models under one legal umbrella
Businesses rebranding or marketing to new audiences
We’ll check availability and confirm requirements in your state.
Our team prepares and submits your DBA application accurately and quickly.
Get your DBA certificate and start doing business under your new name.
Our customized packages meet the compliance, filing speed, and support needs of your new business in one place.
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All initial state fees included
Process in 3-5 business days
Concierge-Style Business Formation Service
DBA Name Clearance
Preparation of County Documents
Certified Copies of Documents
4-Week Newspaper Publication
Compliance Alerts
Yes! There’s no limit to the number of DBAs, but each must be filed separately.
Yes, if you want to legally operate under names that differ from your registered LLC or corporate name.
No, a DBA does not create a separate legal entity — it is just a different name your current business can operate under.
In most states, yes. Renewal periods vary (typically every 1-5 years).
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