More and more Americans are working for themselves or starting their own business. If you're one of them, you'll likely need to register for a DBA, which stands for "Doing Business As." Before you ...

Starting a business is like learning a new language. You’ve got all these terms thrown at you—Inc., LLC, DBA—and it can feel like you’re drowning in alphabet soup. But don’t worry, this guide is here ...

A DBA, meaning "doing business as," is a simple, effective form of advertising. For example, rather than do business as Joe Smith, Plumber, you name your business 24/7 Plumbing. It's catchier, but ...

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For nearly a decade, Toni Matthews-El has published business topics ranging from cloud communication software to best steps for establishing your own LLC. In addition to Forbes Advisor, she's ...

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Starting a new business is exciting and, at times, overwhelming. One of the key decisions to make early on is the type of business entity you will operate under. This could be a sole proprietor, a ...

To open a business bank account, your bank will require a DBA. Business bank accounts are often required by banks for sole proprietorships and general partnerships with DBAs. In many cases, banks will ...