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Business NamesThe type of business structure determines where a business name (assumed name) should be registered. A Certificate of Assumed Name for sole proprietorships and partnerships must be filed with the Register of Deeds in the county or counties in which the business plans to operate. A Corporation must register their business name with the Secretary of State's Corporations Division. Business Under Assumed NameYou may print a Business Under Assumed Name Form to be completed and filed with the Register of Deeds. Information on all owners or partners in the business must appear on the form and must sign before a notary public. Bring or mail the completed form into the Register of Deeds office for recording. The filing fee is $14.00 (which includes $2 probate fee GS 47-14) for the first page and $3.00 for each additional page. We can accept cash or check only. Should you sign the form before us, the notary fee will be an additional $5.00 per signature. Should you mail the form in for recording, do not send cash. A check or money order payable to the Register of Deeds is preferred. There will be a $25 fee for returned checks. A self-addressed envelope will ensure prompt return. Mail the fee with your request to our office: Dissolution of Business Under Assumed NamePersons wanting to dissolve their business must also do so in the office of the Register of Deeds. You may print a Dissolution of Business Under Assumed Name Form for this purpose. Business License InformationFor information on Business Licenses for businesses located within the city limits, you may call (336) 747-6954 or go to their website. For information on Business Licenses outside the ciy limit within Forsyth County, you may call (336) 703-2300. |
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