Question
I'm planning to start a sole proprietorship in California and operate under a fictitious business name. Can you find out the cost of registering the fictitious business name on this website?
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I can't browse websites in real time or retrieve current information from the internet. However, I can guide you on how to find the cost of registering a fictitious business name (also known as a DBA - "doing business as") in California.
1. **Visit the California Secretary of State website**: Typically, the most reliable information about business registration can be found on the state government’s official website.
2. **County Clerk's Office**: Since fictitious business names are filed at the county level, it's essential to check the website of the County Clerk’s Office in the county where you plan to operate. Fees can vary by county.
3. **Look for Business Registration Fees**: There should be a section related to business services or fictitious business names where you can find the registration fees as well as the filing process.
4. **Contact Information**: If the information isn't clear online, consider reaching out to the County Clerk's Office directly via phone or email for specific details on fees and the registration procedure.
Generally, fees can range from $30 to $100 depending on the county, but it's important to verify the current rates as they can change.
1. **Visit the California Secretary of State website**: Typically, the most reliable information about business registration can be found on the state government’s official website.
2. **County Clerk's Office**: Since fictitious business names are filed at the county level, it's essential to check the website of the County Clerk’s Office in the county where you plan to operate. Fees can vary by county.
3. **Look for Business Registration Fees**: There should be a section related to business services or fictitious business names where you can find the registration fees as well as the filing process.
4. **Contact Information**: If the information isn't clear online, consider reaching out to the County Clerk's Office directly via phone or email for specific details on fees and the registration procedure.
Generally, fees can range from $30 to $100 depending on the county, but it's important to verify the current rates as they can change.