So, you've taken the leap to start your new small business. You've got your list of suppliers in hand and your business model fresh in your mind. You even have the perfect business name picked out -- one that is going to bring the customers flooding in. However, you still need to verify the availability of the business name you've chosen. After all, you don't want to build a business under one name, only to have another business come in and force you to stop using it. Checking business name availability is crucial to your business, whether it's your legal or fictitious business name. As an entrepreneur, you will no doubt have a number of legal questions. One of these questions may include how to secure a business name. If you have questions about claiming a business name - or any other questions about starting your new business. Drop a message for queries.