How do i apply for a tax id number?
You can apply for a tax id number, a.k.a. employee identification number, online at the IRS website. You can directly access the page at: http://www.irs.gov/businesses/small/article/0,,id=102767,00.html This will take you through the necessary steps to obtain the EIN, as well as, any other applicable information that you will need to get started using the number.