The Employer Identification Number (EIN) is a free, nine-digit number issued by the IRS that acts like a Social Security number for your business. How Do I Get a Tax ID Number to Buy Wholesale?
To buy wholesale, you generally need two different identification numbers: a and a State Sales Tax Permit (often called a reseller's permit) . While the EIN identifies your business federally, the sales tax permit is what actually allows you to purchase goods from wholesalers without paying sales tax. 1. Obtain a Federal EIN (Tax ID)
