DBA For Beginners: Everything You Need To Know About DBAs in 2024

In today's video, I go over everything you need to know about DBAs, along with how you can file a DBA easily through platforms like Bizee and ZenBusiness. A DBA is a legal term used to indicate that a business is operating under a name that is different from the legal name of the business owner or owners.

Bizee (previously IncFile):
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ZenBusiness:

File your DBA online with LegalZoom:

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Be sure to watch this video until the end because I'll show you how you can set up your own DBA easily and affordably using Bizee. Bizee online platform is great when going through the process of setting up a DBA for businesses, saving you time while also not breaking the bank. It ensures legal compliance with state and local regulations and enables businesses to focus on other tasks instead of worrying about the legal side of things. As a business owner, this can be super useful if your time is worth a lot of money, because you could easily make up for the cost of Bizee with the time and mental energy that you save.

Besides all of the stuff mentioned above, a DBA can also give businesses a distinct brand identity separate from their legal business name, which can be advantageous for small businesses or sole proprietors who want to establish a memorable and catchy brand with their products and services. With a creative and easy-to-remember DBA name, businesses can differentiate themselves from competitors and leave a lasting impression on potential customers.

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Timeline:
0:00 - Intro
0:12 - What is DBA?
0:42 - DBA Example
1:12 - What Does a DBA Do?
1:33 - What Is a DBA Not?
2:00 - When Should You File For A DBA?
2:39 - How To Setup A DBA
5:15 - How To File A DBA As A Sole Proprietor
6:13 - Final Thoughts
6:40 - Conclusion

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[khaskin]

I filed my DBA myself at the County Courthouse for $20. No need to pay a 3rd party.

[amlandeperse]

PHENOMENAL VALUE! Thank you so much! Concise and to the point!
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[StartupWise]

Hope you guys enjoy the video and get a ton of value from it! Below are the services you can use to file your DBA easily:

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Bizee is the new and improved IncFile — they're the same company and still provide the same services, but with a new name.

[igmunho]

I want to publish a book under a pen name. Should I set up an LLC bank account first and then file the pen name (DBA) ? And do I need to set up a separate bank account under the pen name to get paid? I'm assuming it'll be link right without setting up a bank account for DBA. Publishers get paid under the corporate name?

[froman]

Your suggested websites does not have "unincorporated" as a choice.

[rcguy]

Can you make sells under a llc without a dba on your website storefront

[gonzalez-valdez]

Hi! So we have our business name and it’s registered as a LLC. It’s apparel and crafts items. We want to add a candle line and a men’s hair product line. We just want the names separate from the main business name. Example “the candle room” by “Main street drive” do we just pay to have it trade name without having to register it as a”DBA”? I also have insurance for the candle business and skin care products.

[ivettesanchez]

Hello ..I’m filling out my application now for dba..do I check off retail or other if I will be selling on etsy and Shopify..thanks

[theherblisttv]

Can you get your DBA before or after your LLC?

[laine]

I have an LLC. Should I file a DBA if I'm conducting business using the initials of my LLC? For example, if I have Quality Dog Treats LLC as my legal LLC name, but also want to use the name QDT (for business correspondence, on logos, etc.), do I need a DBA naming QDT as a DBA for Quality Dog Treats LLC?

[mrsfrazier]

If I file for a DBA as a new business under my LLC, do i also need a new EIN, DNB, credit and trade accts, office location, number etc??? TIA for your hardwork!

[dandygg.]

Should I start a DBA if it’s more of a gig? And if I do make A DBA can I change it later to a LLC?