I already have an established business I would like to change a few word in the business to more accuretly reflect what we do. We are now Sunset Pools & Spas LLC. We would like to be able to advertise and have signage under " Sunset Spas & Leisure" . Will I have to change every legal document I have I.e Bank Account Names, Merchant Service, Lease Documents etc? Or can customer's still write checks to the LLC?
2006-08-22 13:23:07 · 4 answers · asked by hispas333 2 in Business & Finance ➔ Small Business
As far as Banking goes, you will have to change the name. Banks are not allowed to deposit checks made out to a business into any other account except that business account. (i.e. If your customers make their checks out to "Sunset Spas & Leisure" then you will need a bank account in that name.)
Not sure about the other documents, but I would assume you'll have to change those as well.
2006-08-22 13:28:02 · answer #1 · answered by The Pulverizer 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Trade names or dba names can be separate from the corporate name. In my business we accepted (and more importantly - the bank accepted) checks to either name. Legal documents were signed with the corporate name - not the trade name. But this is a state regulated issue and you may need to check with your state.
2006-08-22 20:27:28 · answer #2 · answered by Allen Z 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why not apply for a "Service Mark". A little like a Trademark, but you can add it to your ads and signage.
No other changes necessary.
2006-08-22 20:31:44 · answer #3 · answered by ed 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes all must be changed to the new name and must be re registered..even If you add a letter to your business name.. you have to do the same.. redo all..
2006-08-22 20:35:41 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋