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EIN Lookup: How to Find Your Own and Other's EINs ...

An employer identification number (EIN) is like a Social Security number (SSN) for a business. It's assigned by the IRS and any business, including a sole proprietorship, is eligible to obtain an EIN. EINs aren't always necessary, and we'll walk you through when they're necessary and why EINs can be beneficial even when they're not.