When starting a small business, it can be difficult to know where to begin. While different business owners may have started from different steps, they all agree on the importance of registering their business name.
This step is crucial when starting a business, and should not be overlooked.
By registering your business name, you can establish your brand and protect your intellectual property. It’s an essential step towards building a successful business.
In this article, TRIBUNE ONLINE highlights ten (10) easy steps to register your business with Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC).
1. Determine the name you want to register for your business.
2. Search to ensure the proposed name is available.
3. Reserve the proposed name.
4. Carry out a newspaper publication for incorporated trustees.
5. Upon approval of the name, upload the required details.
6. Make the prescribed payment.
7. Submit the application.
8. Resolve queries – if any is raised.
9. Download the documents upon approval of the registration.
10. Ensure you save the documents on your Google Drive for record purposes.
Source:
Tribune Online