In order to claim business expenses against my 1099 Misc income, do I need an EIN for 2019

[NeedHelp2019]

Expenses such as mileage deductions, will I be able to claim that without an EIN under the new tax rules

[DoninGA]

You are not required to have an EIN to report your self-employment income and expenses on a Schedule C if you are a sole proprietor/independent contractor.  You use your Social Security number.

However, if you have employees for your business you will need an EIN.  Go to this IRS website to apply for an EIN - https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed/apply-for-an-employer-identification-n...

[VolvoGirl]

Or self Employed people without employees get a EIN so they don’t have to give out their real ssn when filling out forms and to people who pay you.