How do I get an EIN for my handyman business?

Q: How do I get an EIN for my handyman business?

Direct answer: Get an EIN to avoid using your SSN for banking, W-9s, payroll, and tax documentation. Practical steps Know thresholds: Verify license/permit limits and restricted trades locally. Document everything: Scope, approvals, and conditions in writing with photos. Decline safely: Refuse out-of-scope work in writing to reduce liability. Next step: Add one scope/limit sentence to your estimate footer and use it going forward.

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Accepted Answer

Direct answer: Get an EIN to avoid using your SSN for banking, W-9s, payroll, and tax documentation.

Practical steps

Know thresholds: Verify license/permit limits and restricted trades locally.
Document everything: Scope, approvals, and conditions in writing with photos.
Decline safely: Refuse out-of-scope work in writing to reduce liability.

Next step: Add one scope/limit sentence to your estimate footer and use it going forward.