Date: Mon, 3 Jul 2006 11:31:20 -0700
To: puptcrit-AT-lists.driftline.org
From: Bruce Chesse <bchesse-AT-imagina.com>
Subject: Re: [Puptcrit] EIN Question to Those Running Their Own Business


  I have one and have it placed right under my letterhead which is 
part of my billing statement. It works like the SS # and is 
registered with the IRS  and serves the same purpose as an ID # for 
the Freelance work.

Bruce


>This is directed to anyone out there running their own puppetry
>business, as I know there's a good number of folks on this list
>who do so.
>
>Can anyone give me advice on whether or not it would be a good idea
>for me to get a Federal EIN (Employer Identification Number) for my
>puppetry sole proprietorship business?  I fall into the category
>where this is not required, but as I'm starting to get some jobs
>where I have to submit W-9 forms, I've been thinking that it would
>be good to not have to give out my SSN to get these jobs.  I'm just
>wondering if there are any downsides to getting and using an EIN?
>
>Thanks in advance for any adivce,
>Kevin
>
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>Specializing in fun, fairy tale style puppet shows, featuring
>Personally designed, lovable and lifelike animal characters.
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