ASSUMED BUSINESS NAME

Assumed Business Name 

Indiana ( IN ) Assumed Business Name

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Indiana ( IN ) Assumed Business Name

An assumed business name means any business name that is not the full, true, and correct name of a person.  An assumed business name must be differentiated on the record from an assumed business name that is already registered or from any corporation's name, limited partnership name, limited liability company name, limited liability partnership name, trademark, or service mark registered or reserved with the Secretary of State. 

Individuals who choose to own a business under an assumed business name can file the assumed business name as sole proprietors.  A sole proprietor is a business owned personally by one owner. 

An assumed business name can be used by:

  • a sole proprietor,
  • a corporation,
  • a partnership,
  • a limited partnership,
  • a limited liability company,
  • a limited liability partnership, or,
  • an association.

Choosing a Structure and Forming Your Business

Here is a short description of the various forms in which a business may organize under Indiana law. Incorporating or forming an llc and so organizing a business carries both great advantages and legal consequences.   Do your research before committing to any formal structure.   We are eager to help, but cannot offer legal advice. It is strongly suggested that an attorney be contacted for additional guidance.

    Associations:

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    • Sole Proprietorship:
      TAX: The income of the business is reported as part of the owner's personal income.
    • General Partnership:

 

Indiana ( IN ) Sole Proprietorship

This type of business is owned by one person. A sole proprietor has total control of and liability for debts for his or her business, receives all profits, and can make important decisions. The sole proprietor is also responsible for all taxes  of the business.

If you start a sole proprietorship, you must file an Application for Registration of Assumed Business Name. Otherwise, no registration is required. You must obtain any necessary state and local business licenses.  

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General Partnership

A partnership is  two or more people acting as co-owners of a business. Individuals may create a partnership by agreement. Under this arrangement, the partners share liability for all claims against the partnership. Profits are taxed as personal income for each individual partner.

A partnership agreement is generally maintained in the company legal papers and by the partnership itself. However, if you choose, you may file a partnership agreement.

 

File or Register, Record Your Indiana ( IN ) Assumed Business Name & All Tax Id Numbers or Licenses You Need To Start Your Business  Today!

An Assumed Business Name is the beginning of registering your business...  It could be a business name you always wanted but most importantly you need to file it so you can be allowed to open a bank account.   An Assumed Business Name Choice should be easy to remember but it does have to.  Make sure it can create an emotion with its sound. Here's how to go about getting a great Assumed Business Name:

 

Process:

  1. You can now file an Indiana ( IN ) Assumed Business Name Online! See link below.
  2. Submit an online form on this site
  3. Pay for our service fee
  4. We will Register your name by filing a dba name certificate

Tips:

  1. Don’t use names that have some generic meaning such as a first name such as Bob.
  2. Don’t use a name that describes the actual product or services such as Mary's Cleaning Maids.
  3. Don’t use the local name of the city or state your business is located because you may expand your business nationwide or even internationally.
  4. Remember: Short and easy is better than long and difficult.

What You Need:

  • The chosen name
  • Your business information such as the business or home address
  • A credit card, check, or money order
  • Access to a computer to submit the information
  • Indiana ( IN ) Assumed Business Name