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Registering a Trade Name in Colorado
- Colorado DBAs for sole proprietorships and partnerships must be renewed annually by filing a statement of trade name renewal in the three months before the expiration date.
- You can sign up for email notifications regarding your renewal when registering your trade name.
- You can register a trade name in Colorado by filing the appropriate forms with the Secretary of State. It usually takes about five business days.
Changing a Business Name in Colorado
- Yes, you can file to change a business name in Colorado online through the Secretary of State’s website.
- If the new business name you apply to reserve in Colorado is already taken, you will need to select a different name to reserve.
Registering a DBA in Colorado
- A company files a DBA when conducting business under a name different from the LLC or corporation’s official name. A DBA acts as a second, trade name.
- A DBA must be registered with the Secretary of State within 30-60 days of using it.
Registering a DBA in Colorado
- Registering a Colorado DBA is a simple, two-step process: 1) Choose and search for your DBA name, 2) Register your new DBA.
- You can also hire a service to file your DBA starting at $99 plus state fees.
Business Name Change in Colorado
- Improved Marketability: A new business name in Colorado can be more memorable, easier to pronounce, or better suited to your target audience.
Address Change for LLC in Colorado
- To change an LLC address, file a Statement of Change for $10.
- You can also update when filing your $10 annual report.
Registering a Sole Proprietorship
- To register a sole proprietorship, submit a Statement of Trade Name. The filing fee is $20.
Trade Name Renewal in Colorado
- The cost to register a trade name in Colorado is $20. Sole proprietorships and partnerships must renew them annually.
- Corporations and LLCs don’t have to renew as long as they stay in good standing.