An Assumed Name / DBA (Doing Business as) should be filed with the County Clerk's Office in which business is to be conducted. Unincorporated assumed name certificate forms can be completed in person or submitted by mail if notarized.
Unlike an LLC, a business license is not a business structure, it is a legal requirement for conducting business operations within a particular location.
Register with Tarrant County While a general business license is not required in Texas, sole proprietorships and partnerships operating in Fort Worth need to register and file their business name – also known as a DBA ("doing business as") or assumed name – with Tarrant County.
A general business license is not required in Texas.
Some businesses can be operated out of a home if they do not increase the level of activity in a neighborhood. These businesses are referred to as home occupations. Certain criteria must be satisfied and licensing may be required.
Through a Court Order All Texas residents can apply for a name change under Texas Family Code Chapter 45. This chapter defines the formal process for changing a legal name through the courts. An adult may request to change their name for any reason, except for reasons against the public interest.
Even though making bylaws public isn't legally required, it's often seen as a best practice. Sharing bylaws can demonstrate transparency, which helps build trust with donors, members, and the community.
Ing to the IRS, you can change your bylaws whenever you like, but you will need to report all significant changes in Schedule O of Form 990. This form is filed annually for your financial compliance. This also applies to your articles of incorporation!
They are necessary. Your nonprofit does not need to file bylaws with the Texas Secretary of State, but they are required to obtain tax-exempt status with the IRS.
The board president should sign the bylaws and have the secretary attest to the signature or have all board members sign the bylaws. Drafting good nonprofit bylaws is an art that requires careful attention to legal and regulatory requirements.