If I have an S-Corp, can have multiple DBAs for it?
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If I have an S-Corp, can have multiple DBAs for it?
I already have one DBA for the corporation but I want to add 2 more. However, these businesses are not related to each other.
Asked on April 18, 2013 under Business Law, California
Answers:
MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
You need to review your S-corp's bylaws and determine whether or not those other unrelated businesses could fall within the purview of the purpose of this business you have (S-corp). Many companies operate with d/b/a's in the same and different states but they all usually have a common purpose or business enterprise. If these businesses are not related, you don't want to open yourself up to liability of the other two if the one business gets sued. Commingling and separation of funds will be your primary consideration.
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