Name Availability

If you are forming a new entity, one of the first things you should do before beginning the registration process, is to check if the name you want is available. Each state has its own rules about entity names and you don’t want to get rejected just because you didn’t do your research. A lot of states even have a name reservation option that allows choosing a name and holding it so no one else can file with that name. A good place to start is to do a search on the Secretary of State website and see if anyone is using the exact name, or one similar to it. Many states have rules that one entity cannot use a name that too closely resembles that of another entity. In addition to not being allowed names too close to one another, there are a lot of words, generally related to professional offices that require approval from certain branches of government. Words like, banking, mortgage, and engineering often need prior written consent if you desire to use it as part of your entity name. It’s best to check with the Secretary of State to see if such a list of prior approval names exists in your state.  Once you have done a search, see if your state allows a name reservation. By taking these steps you ensure a smoother filing process and increase the chances of your filing being accepted right away. We are more than willing to complete this process for you as part of our filing service. Call us today at 888-237-3410.