How do I register my business name with the state?

If you are planning on registering your business name with the state of Georgia, you will need to file a “Certificate of Assumed Name” or “Fictitious Name” with the Georgia Secretary of State. This allows the government to reserve the name of the business and ensure that it is not already in use. To file for a business name you will need to complete the “Application for Registration of Assumed Name” form, which can be found on the Georgia Secretary of State website. The form will need to include the business’s name, a county of where the business is located, and signers information. You will also have to pay a $25 filing fee. Once you have filed for the business name, the state will need to approve the request. Once approved, an official document will be emailed to you or mailed to an address provided. To legally use the name your business must be registered with the Secretary of State. In addition to registering the business name with the state, you will need to register with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and obtain the necessary federal, state, and local business licenses and permits. This will require additional paperwork and fees, but is necessary in order to ensure you are legally operating your business. For more information, please consult with a lawyer or the Georgia Secretary of State website.

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