Posted by Christine Hodulick on 3/8/07 10:49am
Msg #178970

Identity Theft...

Okay I'm a newbe and worried about identity theft. Is it safe to send a W9 with our ss#? Our DL? ect.

Reply by Charles_Ca on 3/8/07 10:57am
Msg #178972

Get a EIN from the IRS and you can do it on the phone. Use the EIN instead of your SSN for the W9, as far as your DL I usually provide mine with no problems.

Reply by Lee/AR on 3/8/07 10:58am
Msg #178974

ALL they need is a W-9, your commission & E&O. Everything else is over & above. Most states won't allow a copy of your Notary Seal.

Reply by Roger_OH on 3/8/07 11:11am
Msg #178980

You can get an EIN in 2 minutes at the IRS website. Use it for all your business dealings (and tax filings), and do not give out your SSN to companies. You do NOT have to be incorporated or have employees (other than yourself) to use an EIN.

Reply by Tookie on 3/8/07 4:59pm
Msg #179045

I am doing that right now. Do I list it as a business or an individual and just NOT complete the business information such as start date, principle activity of business, etc.

Reply by Glenn Strickler on 3/8/07 11:11am
Msg #178979

Read recent thread starting with Msg #178238 n/m