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Tax ID Numbers
Unlock the essentials of Tax ID Numbers with our detailed guide, offering a clear path through the maze of tax identification, from securing your number to leveraging it for business success—your first step towards financial clarity begins here.
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FAQs
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You can apply for an EIN through the IRS website if you live in the United States or one of its territories. You can also fill out a Form SS-4 and fax or mail it directly to the IRS. It can take up to four weeks to process an EIN application. You will receive a notification from the IRS that your application is approved. The notification will include your new EIN number, which you will use for filing your business taxes and managing business finances.
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Not having an EIN can keep you from getting necessary business funding or from meeting important tax deadlines.
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If you have an EIN for your business, but cannot locate it, you can try the following:
- Find the IRS-generated notice that was sent to you when you applied for your EIN.
- Locate a previous tax return for your business that includes your EIN.
- Contact the IRS, which can perform an EIN lookup for you.
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Not having an EIN can keep you from getting necessary business funding or from meeting important tax deadlines.
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Businesses need a new EIN if their ownership or structure changes. The process of obtaining a new EIN is the same as when you acquired your initial EIN for the business. You do not need to apply for a new EIN if you change your business’s name.
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