Business & farm

I called the IRS twice just now.

The first representative told me that he DOES need a new EIN, and references the "Do I need a new EIN?" page on their website which states that a partnership going to a sole proprietor does need a new EIN, even if entity is LLC.

I called right back a second time. This time, the rep told me he DOES NOT need a new EIN, but needs to write a letter explaining the change to:

Internal Revenue Service