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How to Apply for an EIN for Your Tennessee LLC
- Applying for an EIN for your Tennessee LLC is free. The IRS charges no fees. Don’t apply before LLC approval. Finalize LLC Members before applying. Once validated, EINs assign immediately and never expire. EINs are federal numbers, free regardless of state.
Business Tax and Licensing
- You can file business tax online. If under $3,000 a year, no license needed. Get a minimal license if between $3,000 and $10,000. One step is registering EIN and state tax IDs to pay various taxes.
EIN Registration Details
- The EIN identifies you as a Tennessee employer for taxes. Getting the number takes two steps: gather information and apply. Keep the EIN confidential. It accesses sensitive business information. The EIN is required for activities like opening a bank account, hiring, and taxes. Have it available when providing to third parties.
Obtaining an EIN
- Understand how to get a free EIN online (Employer Identification Number) for your blog or business. An EIN number allows you to not have to use your social security number everywhere. An EIN is a nine-digit number issued by the IRS.
EIN Application Process
- You can get an EIN immediately by applying online. If you prefer, you can fax a completed Form SS-4 to the service center for your state, and they will respond with a return fax in about one week.
Importance of EIN for Businesses
- Every business should have an EIN. If you have a corporation or LLC, it should have its own EIN for tax purposes. While it may seem complicated, this task can be accomplished for free in about 5 minutes.
General Information on EIN
- A Federal Employer Identification Number is a tax identification number assigned to business entities by the IRS. U.S. businesses can apply for an EIN through the IRS website for free. Partnerships, corporations, certain LLCs, and sole-proprietorships need to file for an EIN. You need an EIN to do basic business functions like file taxes, open a business bank account, and more.
