STEP 4 of 10: Register A Business Name (DBA)

Doing Business As or DBA is the use of a fictitious business name to trade under in business. Having a DBA allows you to legally do business under a different name, without have to create a completely new business entity. With a DBA, you are able to advertise, accept payments and represent yourself under a fictitious name. Filing for a DBA is very inexpensive costing around $16 and easy to accomplish. Simply contact your county clerk office for more info.

< Step 3: Determine The Legal Structire Of Your Business
Step 5: Get A Tax ID Number (TIN aka EIN) >


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10 Steps To Starting a Home-Based Business as a Freelance Graphic Designer

STEP 1: Decide If Working From Home Is For You

STEP 2: Creating A Business Plan

STEP 3: Determine The Legal Structure Of Your Business

STEP 4: Register A Business Name

STEP 5: Get A Tax ID Number (TIN aka EIN)

STEP 6: Choose An Office Space

STEP 7: Start A Savings

STEP 8: Developing Your Financial Plans – Get Over The Notion That Artists Have To Starve!

STEP 9: Prepare Legal Forms And Documents

STEP 10: Ready, Set, Go! – Self Promo! 
 
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