Every once in a while the IRS does something good...
Here's an example.  Now you can get an Employer ID number (EIN) on-line immediately!  It's about time!

EINs are used by homeschool organizations to open a checking account, by a small businesses starting out and by WAHMs (work at home moms) or teenagers starting a business.  The IRS hands out EINs like candy.  I'm glad they made it quick and easy to get one.

I just used it myself this week.  I was asked to handle the money for a homeschool graduation ceremony.  I need to set up a nonprofit checking account at the local bank.  I know the bank will ask for an EIN number. One of the parents on the committee and I discussed an "official name"; she sent a check made out to that name  ("PEP Graduation Ceremony Fund") and I hopped on the IRS website and got an EIN.  BTW, I called this a nonprofit organization and chose Parent-Teacher Organization (like a PTO or PTA or Booster Club) when asked. I printed out the official IRS confirmation and we're ready to head to the bank!


Online Application for Employer Identification Number Now Available