ID# to Sell On WWW


» From: Camby, IN

Dear TaxMama:

Does one have to have a tax ID # to sell items on a website?

Sandy

Dear Sandy,

If you're selling things on your website, you're in business. So, yes, you do need a tax ID#.

Of course, if you are simply self-employed, the tax ID# you use might simply be your Social Security number.

Only, Sandy, if you're going to go into business, do it right. Get the separate bank account, Employer ID # and the whole shebang.

You'll find information about starting a business, and links to resources on TaxMama's FAQs page. Scroll down to the business section.

And really, you might as well just get THE BOOK - you know, the one I always talk about - Jan Zobel's book.

And be sure to drop by the Small Business Resource Section

Doing some reading and a little research will help you keep the money you generate. OK?

Best wishes,

Eva Rosenberg
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