Any business must be registered for its smooth operations. The steps involved in the registration process vary based on the state you live in. The following would help in registering your business. 

Steps In Registering Any Business

The following list would make it easy for entrepreneurs and start-up owners to register their business. 

Choose A Business Structure: This is the first step before registering your business. Decide if you wish to run your business as a sole proprietorship, private ltd, partnership, or limited liability. The registration process varies based on the business structure you choose. 

Register Your Name: Usually, the name is registered for limited liability corporations and corporations. If you wish to establish your business in a different name, you have to file a DBA. In certain states, DBA is not required. Before registering the name check if it is available for registration. Trademark the name as there is a chance of other making use of your business name. 

Register For EIN: You would receive the employee identification number for your business from the IRS. This is similar to the social security number that you need when filing tax.

Register With State Revenue Office: If your business deals with state sales tax, then make sure to apply for a tax permit. 

Obtain license And Permit: Before starting your business, you must obtain the required license and permit. This would help to start your business operations legally.  

Benefits Of Registering Your Business 

The following are some of the benefits of registering your business

• There are always chances of risk in any business. Registering your business can help to protect your personal assets. 
• When you wish to transfer the ownership of your business, then it is mandatory that the business is registered. 
• You would receive various types of funding for your business only when it is registered. 

The above are the steps in registering your business and its importance.