Help With EIN Number

**JoshuaJoffrion** · 03-30-2009 03:16 PM

I recently launched an NFL blog (Eyes On The NFL) and want to start advertising on it but all of the advertising sites ask for US tax number. I'm only 15 and don't have one, what should I do?

**Crysco** · 03-30-2009 05:20 PM

You are going to need to register your business and get your tax information (Tax ID numbers) if you plan to make money. This could cost a couple hundred dollars up to $1,000 depending on your State.

You can contact your local Small Business Association if you need more information. They usually host business workshops for start ups. You may be young but I wouldn't let that stop you from starting your own business, but take time to learn what you can.

Do your research see if its worth taking the next step to you, or if you just want to keep a personal site.

Good Luck

**JoshuaJoffrion** · 03-30-2009 05:27 PM

The people said that I could just use my Social Security number.

**Warranties-For-Less** · 03-30-2009 05:47 PM

Originally Posted by JoshuaJoffrion

The people said that I could just use my Social Security number.

Tax ID is SS# in most cases unless you are a corporation, so just insert your SS# and you will not have a problem. You may have to file a W-9 when you earn over $600., so good luck, I wish you much success and admire you at 15starting a business. Now that is a young entrepreneur.

Success to all,

**gracefulhosting** · 03-30-2009 06:43 PM

Maybe I'm incorrect but I thought you could get your EIN for free. I know that mine cost me nothing. However, my state tax id number did require a deposit of $500 that would be refunded upon my establishment being dissolved.

**dirk1234** · 03-30-2009 07:06 PM

Hey Josh,
I'm 17 and I got my EIN the other day. It literally took me two minutes on the IRS website and it was completely free. Age does NOT matter. The info is basic: name, address, social security number, business type, etc. The application approval is instant. I entered my EIN in the tax info section of my profile at Commission Junction and it works just fine and now I'm in business!
Go to the IRS website.

**gracefulhosting** · 03-30-2009 07:10 PM

Oh, and just for the record, your SS# is not always your EIN or TaxId#. All three of mine are completely different. Also, as dirk1234 said, you don't have to be 18. I received my EIN at 16 as well as my TaxID# and business license.