How can you register your new business name?

I am in the process of starting a new business (1st time b.o.) and I wanted to know what is the process of registering the name of the business and where to check if it's already taken and I can't use it. I've been searching online but so far I haven't been able to find useful information. I would really appreciate some help.

How can you register your new business name?
To protect a business name within your industry, you would apply for a trademark.





Trademarks can be names of products or services, logos, slogans, packaging and even sounds and smells. In essence, a trademark can be almost anything that is used to identify a particular product or service. Registering a trademark grants the owner exclusive rights to the mark within the specified industry.





Of course, it's necessary to research the mark comprehensively prior to filing to ensure that there is no possibility of infringing upon another party.





This entails searching the pending %26amp; registered Federal and State trademark files as well as the US National Common-Law files. Then, if clear, you can decide if you would like to file for a Federal or a State trademark.





To register a trademark, that's done either through your Secretary of State for a State trademark or the US Patent %26amp; Trademark Office for a Federal trademark.





If you are only conducting business in one state, then a State trademark is most appropriate. If you conduct (OR are planning to conduct) business in at least 2 states OR between the US %26amp; any other country, you can file for a Federal trademark.





Hope that helps! I wish you much success %26amp; happiness in all your ventures!
Reply:go to city hall and get a license for about $100.
Reply:when I started my biz I contacted the state taxation dept.


they sent forms and I was on my way.





You need to contact your local government and they can help you get started.