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The document is a Certificate of Amendment for the Certificate of Assumed Name, issued by the New York State Department of State. It outlines the process for an entity to amend its assumed name or other details, including changes to the real name, assumed name, principal place of business, and county locations. The form requires specific information about the entity and must be signed by an authorized representative. A filing fee is required, along with additional county clerk fees depending on the location.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open the certificate of assumed name in the editor.
In the FIRST section, enter the real name of the entity as it appears on official documents.
For foreign entities, complete the SECOND section by providing the fictitious name agreed upon for use in New York State.
If applicable, fill in the THIRD section with the previous name of the entity if it differs from what is currently listed.
In the FOURTH section, indicate under which law your entity was formed or authorized by selecting from the provided options.
Complete the FIFTH and SIXTH sections with details about your current assumed name and filing dates.
In EIGHTH, check any changes being made and provide new names or addresses as necessary.
Finally, ensure that you sign in accordance with your entity type and include all required information before submitting.

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What are the downsides of a DBA?

A DBA does not protect your personal assets, so in the event of a lawsuit against your business, your personal bank accounts, car, or home could be at risk.

Does an LLC need an assumed name?

If youre planning to do business under your Corporation or LLCs name, you will not need a DBA (Doing Business As also known as a Fictitious Firm Name or Assumed Name). If you want to operate your company under a different name, a DBA will be required.

When would you use a DBA?

Use a DBA when entering a new line of business not reflected by your current name. Often a doing business as name is used when a corporation or LLC wishes to enter a new line of business or to market new products or services that the current business name does not represent.

What is the difference between DBA and assumed name?

An assumed business name, also called a DBA (doing business as) name, is used by an entity that is conducting business under a name that is not its legal name.

What does certificate of assumed name mean?

| 10 minutes to read. An assumed name certificate allows businesses to operate under a name thats different from their legal name, providing more flexibility for branding and marketing. Many small businesses choose to file for an assumed name to create a recognizable identity without forming a new legal entity.

What is the purpose of an assumed name certificate?

An assumed business name certificate also known as a fictitious business name statement is pretty much what it sounds like. Similar to how a certificate of good standing works, This document serves as proof your company does, in fact, have the legal right to use that name.

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