
but start a side business as a landscaper. For example, say you own a garden supply store called Garden of Steven, Inc. But “John Smith” isn’t a great business name, is it? To register a business name as a sole proprietor and keep others from using it, you’ll need to register a DBA. If you own a sole proprietorship, your legal business name is your own name.

Thank you to a customer from Ohio for that great question! A DBA (doing business as) name, also called a trade name or fictitious name, is any name used by a business other than the legal business name or the owner’s name. How do I do this without sharing my personal information online? How to Register a DBA in Ohio Posted on Admin | June 21, 2022
