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Do I need a business license and a DBA?
Asked on May 10th, 2013 on Business Law - California
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I have formed an LLC with 2 of my friends. We already have the LLC approved from the State of California. I am wondering if we need a business license with the City, since our company is an online website that is getting paid only through advertisements and eventually subscriptions. Much like a blog or a social media website. Does that constitute as a need for a business license? Also, since our LLC was formed under a fictitious name chosen for the company, do we still need to file for a DBA with the county? I've read conflicting answers regarding this question. Thank you!
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You don't need a fictitious business name (dba statement) if the company name is the same as the LLC filing documents. If, however, you are Southland Corporation doing business as 7-11, then you do.
For online businesses, if you have an office and a bank account in a city, the prudent thing is to get a business license from that city. The costs are small compared to the potential penalties.
Answered on May 10th, 2013 at 3:03 PM