Starting a Business How do you obtain an ein # without using your social security #

[Alexi]

I have a barbershop but I'm wanting to expand and do not want to use my ssn. I heard of a couple of legal ways that this could be obtained. Can you help me

 

[Proserpina]

It depends on why you're reluctant to use your actual SSN.

 

[army judge]

I have a barbershop but I'm wanting to expand and do not want to use my ssn. I heard of a couple of legal ways that this could be obtained. Can you help me

Google EIN, and you'll see the IRS or SS website where you compete the process online.

Instructions and rules about obtaining an EIN:

http://www.irs.gov/Businesses/Small...n-Employer-Identification-Number-(EIN)-Online

The link to apply for an EIN:

https://sa2.www4.irs.gov/modiein/individual/index.jsp