What is an EIN? An employer identification number or EIN — a type of federal tax identification number or TIN — is what the IRS uses to identify companies. Business owners use an EIN for any related ...

IRS Form SS-4 is used to obtain an Employer Identification Number (EIN) for your business or other entity such as a trust or estate. The SS-4 form requires detailed information about the business, ...

When you open a new business, applying for an employer identification number (EIN) may need to be near the top of your priority list. While not every business needs an EIN, many do. Nearly 5.4 million ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Darren Case is an Arizona attorney covering tax and estate planning. As we come close to the end of taxable year in conjunction ...

Applying for an Employer Identification Number (EIN) through the IRS's online system can sometimes lead to unexpected challenges. While the IRS does not explicitly list reasons for rejection, certain ...