Trade Name Registration in Arizona
A trade name is an unofficial public name under which a business operates. It establishes branding and recognition. The legal name incorporates and registers a business.
How to Register a Trade Name in Arizona
- Search the ACC website to check name availability.
- Fill out a name reservation application.
- Register the name for 120 days in Arizona.
- Provide company details and fees to complete the registration.
- Renewals are required every five years.
Trade Name Costs and Process in Arizona
- To register a trade name in Arizona, visit the County Recorder.
- Pay a small fee for registration.
- Search the Arizona Corporation Commission website for name availability.
- Registering a trade name is different from incorporating a business.
- The registration process involves name reservation, submitting an application, and payment.
- Renewals are mandatory every five years.
DBA Registration for Sole Proprietorships and Partnerships
- Optional registration for DBAs assists in contracts and banking.
- Registering a DBA helps in branding and is simple to do.
Legal Aspects of a Trade Name
A trade name is a name under which a business operates. It helps identify and differentiate your business from others. Registering a trade name provides exclusive naming rights and prevents duplication. However, it does not offer liability protection.
Incorporation Benefits vs. Trade Name Registration
- Trade name registration does not provide liability protection.
- Incorporation offers legal protections like liability coverage.
Trade Name Availability and Registration Process
- Search for name availability on the ACC website.
- Trade names are registered with the Arizona Secretary of State.