‘Requirements’ Archive
Can I use a name to conduct business that is different than the corporate name?
A corporation can have an assumed business name (abn), (also sometimes referred to as a dba, which stands for “doing business as”) just as an individual can. For example, your corporation name might be XYZ Landscaping, Inc., but you want a division of your company to do business as Backyard Ponds. You can do this » Continue…
Can I operate more than one type of business under the same corporation?
In most cases the answer is yes. Most states only require a general purpose clause in the articles of incorporation. That means that you can state in your articles of incorporation that the corporation is entitled to engage in all lawful business. This allows you to conduct any lawful business under the same corporate name. » Continue…
Can I use any name I want for my new corporation?
You can usually choose any name you want as long as it is not already used or is not considered obscene or objectionable by your local Corporate Filing Office. When articles of incorporation are filed, the Corporate Filing Office will check its database and tell you if the name is already being used. If so, » Continue…
Where is the best place to form my new corporation?
The best answer is usually in the state where you intend to conduct most of your business or where you have an office or business presence. This is because if you incorporate in a different state than the one you are conducting most of your business, you will likely be required to file an application » Continue…
