DBA vs INC

Actually the answer is LLC instead of a DBA or an Incorporation ( INC) or Corporation.  While a dba is a fast registration, it provides no corporate protection.  On the other hand, an LLC does provide it. So create a CA LLC for your com

I am providing PC Repair, Consulting and Webdesign online only. I already submitted an INC through the state of california.  Once approved, what are the next steps.  Also I wanted to advertise or put logo in my car with website name.  is there a special permit for that?

 DBA-Simple change in name, full legal and financial responsibility still assumed by owner.

Inc-Full seperation of identity. Financial and legal identity, and responsibility, assumed by corporation.

What isthe difference between a DBA and a corporation? A DBA is a county constituted entity, licensed at the county level. It establishes the business entity as seperatefrom the individual. A corporation, sometimes called an Inc, as in incorporation, the process by which one is created, is a state level entity, licensed by theState of California and established by State law.

Given your situation, and this question the answer is yes. You will need to pursue a signage permit from both the city andcounty in which you operate to ensure the legality of your cars sign.

A DBA is a county legal statute. It is issued from the county, but required at the city, county, state, and federal level.

An LLC is a State statute. It is issued from the state, but required at the city, county, state and federal level.

03 - Since you are selling taxable items, here are the licenses and tax ids you are legally required to obtain before starting pc repair:

1. A business tax registration license

2. A DBA assumed business name

3. A federal tax id number also is required in most state for those that they get a seller's permit, and if you are a partnership or you want to use it instead of you social security number to open a bank account.

4. A seller's permit.

1. To obtain your Corporation you must first go online and file with us at www.businesnameusa.com. Fill out our questionaire, then complete our business information form, and our payment form, andwe will begin processing your application imediately.
2. Next, you must determine the nature of your corporation, its structure, bylaws, the officers, and the name. Once you have done so, and consulted with us, we can put the paperwork together.
3. Then the paperwork must be filed with the state of California.
4. Once it has been approved, your corporation is ready to go.

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Long Beach CA 90853

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Also, note that forming an llc or incorporating eliminates the requirement of getting a dba. It is a good idea to form an llc to avoid personal liability from business transactions. Since you are dealing in computer parts items, you will need

1. In the end, it is more advantageous to form a corporation.
2. For starters, it limits your civil liability in legal proceedings.
3. It also limits your financial responsibility for the finances of the business depending on thestructure ofthe business.
4. And finally, it isextremely advantageous taxwise, as a corporation is in a strong position to limit its tax liability on all fronts.

1. Obtaining a business license is essential because it ensures your business is legal.
2. Obtaining a federal tax id is important because without it you will be unableto properly file your tax returns for your business.
3. A sellers permit is neccessary because without it, you will not know the proper amount to charge your customer, and will eventually face a fine and audit you may be unable to pay due to the complicated nature of sales tax levying.

The cost of all these permits and filings comes to: $549.96