What to do if I incorporated in one state but plan to sell product and services in another and want operate as a different name for that state?

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What to do if I incorporated in one state but plan to sell product and services in another and want operate as a different name for that state?

Do I just need to file a DBA (under current LLC) through the Secretary of state to accomplish this? I also operate out of the state that I incorporated in.

Asked on September 9, 2013 under Business Law, Texas

Answers:

M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 10 years ago | Contributor

What you are referring to as "foreign qualifications" for an LLC which really means that you are incorporated in one state but want to operate the business in other states. You need to register for a Certificate of Authority in the new state(s) and pay the state fees. A lot of this conversation depends on the state in which you wish to do business.  Please speak with an attorney as well as an accountant because you will also be subject to taxes in the other state.  Good luck.


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