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1. How do I get a State Tax ID number?

You would obtain this through the State Comptrollers Office located at:
801 Austin Avenue
Suite 940
Waco, Texas 76701
Phone: 254-752-3147 or go to Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts

2. What county do I need to register my business in?

You would register your business name within the same county that your business is located.

3. What if you are planning to operate as a sole proprietorship or a partnership?

Then you need to file an assumed name certificate for any name or deviation of that name that you plan to use. The certificate(s) should be filed with each county in which you plan to operate.

4. What if I plan to do business in multiple counties?

If you are a non-corporate business, then you need to file an assumed name certificate with each county in which you plan to conduct business. If you are a corporation, you need to file your assumed name certificate(s) in the county in which the corporations registered office is located. If the registered office is different from your principle office, then you need to file the assumed name certificate(s) in both counties.

5. What if you are planning to incorporate?

Then the name you incorporate under is filed with the Secretary of State and reserved throughout the state. However, if you would like to be identified by another name as well, you need to file an assumed name certificate with each county in which you plan to operate.

6. Do I have to file an Assumed Name Certificate if I am only to use the name I incorporated under?

No. The name you incorporated under is filed with the Secretary of State and can be used anywhere within the State of Texas without any additional filing requirements.

7. Can you use your own name?

Sure you can. Many people do.

8. What if your company name is already reserved?

Consider another name.

9. How long is the assumed name valid?

10 years.

10. Who all needs to sign the assume name certificate?

All owners of the business will need to sign the certificate.

11. How long does it take to get my original document back after it is filed?

The original document will be placed in the mail the next business day.

12. Can a copy be purchased at time of recording?

Yes, for a $1 per copy.