Choose your business name | U. S. Small Business Administration In most cases, your entity name registration protects your business and prevents anyone else in the state from operating under the same entity name However, there are exceptions pertaining to state and business structure Check with your state for rules about how to register your business name
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Get federal and state tax ID numbers - Small Business Administration Your state tax ID and federal tax ID numbers — also known as an Employer Identification Number (EIN) — work like a personal social security number, but for your business They let your small business pay state and federal taxes
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Apply for licenses and permits - Small Business Administration Federal licenses and permits Most small businesses need a combination of licenses and permits from both federal and state agencies Business activities regulated by a federal agency will need a federal license or permit