Legal Question in Business Law in Texas

Are ein via Credit Cards Legal or Illegal?

I have a typing business - Typing Etc. - and I was told that I can save money on buying items for my business if I have a Credit Card via my EIN, rather than my Social Security Number. But then I was also told that it is illegal to obtain a Credit Card using your EIN instead of your Social Security Number.

Any information you have would be appreciated. Thank you for your time.

Sincerely yours,

--name removed--Stowell


Asked on 1/19/04, 9:18 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Peter Bradie Bradie, Bradie & Bradie

Re: Are ein via Credit Cards Legal or Illegal?

Having an EIN on your credit card won't save you money on the purchase of business supplies.

If you are a sole proprietorship, then hiding behind the EIN is improper. If your business is a corporation or LLC, then the EIN is the only taxpayer identification.

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Answered on 1/21/04, 9:34 am


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