Editorial Note: We earn a commission from partner links on Forbes Advisor. Commissions do not affect our editors' opinions or evaluations. Some businesses need a DBA, or “doing business as.” For ...

When you're in the earliest stages of starting your business, you'll have to decide how you want to register it. Depending on the type of business entity you're forming, you may be required to ...

More and more Americans are working for themselves or starting their own business. If you're one of them, you'll likely need to register for a DBA, which stands for "Doing Business As." Before you ...

A DBA, meaning "doing business as," is a simple, effective form of advertising. For example, rather than do business as Joe Smith, Plumber, you name your business 24/7 Plumbing. It's catchier, but ...

For nearly a decade, Toni Matthews-El has published business topics ranging from cloud communication software to best steps for establishing your own LLC. In addition to Forbes Advisor, she's ...

Thinking about adding a new name to your business? That’s where DBA registration comes in. A DBA, or “Doing Business As,” ...

Purchase a new domain name from your existing registrar, or use a new registrar. If you decide to use your existing registrar, call to ask if the registrar can handle the transfer of all your files ...

Starting a business is like learning a new language. You’ve got all these terms thrown at you—Inc., LLC, DBA—and it can feel ...