![]() ![]() The site here identifies locations that should be searched to make sure the trade name is available. First make sure the name you want is not being used by someone else. In order to register a trade name, you will need to file a new Business License Application with the State. If you don’t want to use your own legal name for your business, you must identify and register your “trade name” with the State. Since Experience Hosts on Airbnb typically use their own name on their Listings, this option should generally work for Hosts. You won’t need to fill out any additional forms if you plan to use your own name (such as “John Smith”) for your business. You’ll also need to name your new business. Other business structures typically require additional fees and filings with the Secretary of State, which are not required for Sole Proprietorships. Sole Proprietorships are the simplest way to start a new business if you’re the only business owner and person responsible for your business’s assets and liabilities. Go here to learn more about what these different types of business structures mean. First, you’ll need to choose your preferred business structure: a Sole Proprietorship, Partnership, Corporation, or a Limited Liability Company. This list is by no means exhaustive, so please check out the City’s website and contact the City of Seattle or speak to a lawyer to make sure you’ve met all of the requirements. More details can be found here.īelow are the steps to register. The City of Seattle offers three ways to register: online, in person, or by mail. If you meet the Seattle’s definition of a “business,” you need to register with the City before you host any experience. How can I register as a business in Seattle? For more information, see the State DOR website. In general, state business registration is not required unless your revenues exceed $12,000 per year, you have employees, or require other specialized licenses to conduct your business. However, most Experiences shouldn’t fall within these business types. Washington also requires certain types of businesses to register with the state Department of Revenue. A good resource to check for requirements in different jurisdictions is the State’s Business Licensing Wizard. If your business includes or extends to other cities, you should determine whether other licenses are required. The discussion below applies if you are operating within the city limits of Seattle. Note that different cities have different license requirements and rules. ![]() ![]() If you are operating a business in Seattle, you are required to register with the City of Seattle. Are there registration requirements for Seattle businesses? If you expect to earn money or other benefits from hosting, then yes, you will be considered a business under the law. Please note that we don’t update this information in real time, so you should confirm that the laws or procedures have not changed recently.* If I’m hosting Experiences in Seattle, am I operating a “business” in the eyes of the law? If you are unsure about how local laws or this information may apply to you or your Experience, we encourage you to check with official sources or seek legal advice. Please understand that these information pages are not comprehensive, and are not legal advice. These pages include summaries of some of the rules that may apply to different sorts of activities, and contain links to government resources that you may find helpful. These information pages can help you get started in learning about some of the laws and registration requirements that may apply to your experiences on Airbnb. ![]()
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