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Formation Explained

LLC rules, unpacked for first-time owners.

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Definition

An EIN: what it means

A number from the IRS that identifies your LLC to the federal government.
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You may also see
Employer Identification Number, federal tax ID

Why it matters in practice

You can apply directly with the IRS at no charge.

Pages that use this term

It matters most in these explanations: Starting an LLC in each state, Agent requirements in each state, Foreign LLC filings in each state.