Vanessa A
Expert Alumni

Investors & landlords

You would classify the business activity as Rental Activity with NAICS code 531110.  You do not need to name the business or even really create a business that is anything other than your name.  

 

No. The EIN has nothing to do with profit or no profit. It is simply a number you get to use to pay employees.  You do not need one, but if you want one you can go online and apply for one here.  

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