If you can't figure out a name, you can just incorporate in your own name so you can get it going, then look into a Doing Business As name: http://entrepreneurs.about.com/od/businessstructure/a/doingbusinessas.htm
Okay so I've done all the paperwork I can without having a name, but now I have to name it. I have literally no good ideas. Any suggestions? I don't want a clever name or a pun, just something fun that i can grab the .com domain without havin to add studio to the end. Moonballon.com is taken.
No specific suggestions, but I wrote up some guidelines for a good domain name that could be used as helpful creative constraints in finding a good name. Here's the link: http://www.jonjones.com/2011/11/17/artist-tip-first-impressions-matter-buy-a-domain-and-email-from-there/
Something I see a lot when I'm contracting artists is them approaching me as a single freelancer under their own name, then using an LLC name on contracts and invoices. I've always thought that seemed professional. BTW, props to you, MM, for kickass advice here. I'm learning stuff!
You can claim all those things as a Sole Proprietor as well using a Schedule C form- ( http://www.wikihow.com/Prepare-a-Schedule-C ) ..You can also file a company name without LLC using a DBA ( http://www.sba.gov/content/register-your-fictitious-or-doing-business-dba-name ). LLC definitely helps separate your personal…
After more discussion with people (lawyer, wife, other people) I've decided I'm going to do this. I went to fill out the paperwork but I need a name. My first thought was "raytraipser studios"... But haha that's stupid. I need to show the world how pithy and clever I am. All the good keywords are taken at this point -…
sure, no problem i am learning stuff as well :poly121: yup, i guess it can go both ways. my personal experience has been positive so far and clients seem to have a certain level of trust dealing with me (my name) directly and hold me accountable for anything. which probably means i am carrying more liability on my end. who…
Talked to a friend who is a lawyer, explained to me that you don't want to do much business in your own name, and that an LLC will give you quite a bit of protection as long as you take the necessary steps to keeping business seperate from personal - I.e. set up a business bank account and under no circumstances use that…
Absolutely 100% worth it. There's no reason not to. It will require a bit more effort because you have to file your taxes quarterly, some states may have a "franchise fee" that you have to pay quarterly or annually to stay open, and it will cost $200 - 600 depending on your state -- check www.legalzoom.com, that's where I…