Question about EIN and SSN

I have a rental property which is under my name, I didn't form a LLC. Recently a contractor repaired several issue for the property. I would like to file 1099-NEC, however, I don't want to share my SSN with him.

 

Based on the research, I should be able to apply for an EIN.

 

I have a few questions about EIN.

1) Can I use EIN to file 1099-NEC, and at the same time, keep using SSN in the 1099-MISC that property management company sends to me?

2) Which reason should I choose when I apply for an EIN?