One of the first big challenges in starting a business whether a large or one-person business, online or brick-and-mortar -- is not the writing of the business plan nor looking for funding or setting up the office or opening the bank account. It is the process of searching and choosing of the right business name. Looking for the most appropriate business name can be … [Read more...] about What’s in a Business Name?
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Understanding Trademarks & Protecting Business Names
The business name is the most important intellectual property asset, yet many small and home-based entrepreneurs fail to take steps to protect their business names. We interviewed Shannon Moore, the General Manager for TradeMark Express to shed light on the importance of protecting your business name as well as the process and cost of getting your name trademarked. Ms. Moore … [Read more...] about Understanding Trademarks & Protecting Business Names
Understanding Trademarks & Protecting Business Names (Part 2)
Part 1: Understanding Trademarks and Protecting Business Names When to file for a trademark is also dependent upon another factor – the type of trademark you want. If you are only conducting business in one state, then a State trademark is most appropriate. However, you CANNOT file for a State trademark until you are already up and running. If you conduct OR are planning … [Read more...] about Understanding Trademarks & Protecting Business Names (Part 2)
How to Incorporate With Same Company Name in Another State
QUESTION on How to Incorporate With Same Company Name in Another State Can I get to incorporate or form a corporation using my company name in another state if someone else in that state has the same company name? - Jessie Pope, OK ANSWER Dear Jessie: The short answer is "yes, no problem." Now for the long answer Just to be clear, I believe what … [Read more...] about How to Incorporate With Same Company Name in Another State