Who should the check be made out to for dba?

When making a check for a "doing business as" (DBA) entity, it should typically be made out to the name registered under the DBA. If the DBA is associated with a specific business or individual, use that name on the check. Additionally, if the DBA is registered under a legal business entity (like an LLC or corporation), it can also be acceptable to make the check out to that legal entity. Always confirm the preferred name with the recipient to ensure accuracy.