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An Employer Identification Number (EIN) or Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN) is a nine-digit number assigned by the IRS to US businesses for tax purposes. Learn about the format, comparison to SSN, and how to apply for or change an EIN.
Key takeaways. You can apply for an EIN online or by mail. An EIN helps you separate personal and business finances. If you pay employees and file payroll taxes, you must have an EIN
E-Verify is a free online program that allows businesses to check the legal status of their employees, both U.S. and foreign citizens, to work in the United States. The program is operated by the Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration, and is mandatory for some federal contractors and some states.
SIC codes are four-digit numerical representations of major businesses and industries for statistical purposes. The web page explains the history, purpose, structure, uses and limitations of SIC codes, and provides a range of codes by division.
A 401 (k) plan is a personal retirement account that allows employees to contribute pre-tax or after-tax income to their retirement savings. Learn about the history, taxation, types, and rules of 401 (k) plans in the United States.
A Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) is an identifying number used for tax purposes in the US and other countries. Learn about the types, uses, and sources of TINs, such as SSNs, ITINs, EINs, and PTINs.
The Work Number is a database created by Talx Corporation (now Equifax Workforce Solutions) that provides data on employees' income and work history to employers and third parties. It has faced controversies over accuracy, privacy and security issues.
The Employee Retention Credit (ERC) is a U.S. federal tax credit for certain employers affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. It was available from March 2020 to September 2021, and it was based on qualified wages paid to eligible employees.