[Mrs. Amazd]

I'm looking to start up a business in the future. To save some money for the business, I've decided to sell hand-made jewelry at craft shows. To do that you have to charge sales tax. Can I get a tax ID number without incorporating? What kind of licenses, if any, do I need to obtain to sell my jewelry and such shows? Any advice is greatly appreciated. Thanks!

[jgarifuna]

My understanding is that you can get sales permit without incorporating. You would have to file for a DBO (doing business as). In most cases your tax number is your social security number for a DBA.

After that you can get a sales permit from the board of equilization. I'm not sure what state you're in, but here in California the site is:

http://www.boe.ca.gov

As usual, check your local offices for specifics as to how things work in your area.

[Bscivolette]

An EIN (Tax ID) usually acts as a social for the business. When you are not incorporated you are a sole proprietor so the tax ID would be your social. The IRS says you do not need an EIN for a sole proprietor.