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posted Jun 4, 2019 5:47:31 PM

Can someone help me please? I’m a self employed hairstylist, this year it’s asking for my EIN any ideas?

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Employee Tax Expert
Jun 4, 2019 5:47:32 PM

An EIN is an Employer Identification Number. You are not required to have an employer identification number unless have employees and withhold taxes or you operate as a corporation or partnership. 

You can just use your Social Security number for your business. Answer No to the question 'Do you have your own EIN?' in the business general info section.

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Employee Tax Expert
Jun 4, 2019 5:47:32 PM

An EIN is an Employer Identification Number. You are not required to have an employer identification number unless have employees and withhold taxes or you operate as a corporation or partnership. 

You can just use your Social Security number for your business. Answer No to the question 'Do you have your own EIN?' in the business general info section.