
Federal Taxes - www.irs.gov
All businesses are required to pay taxes to the federal government. To learn more, you may wish to read the IRS Publication 583 "Starting a Business and Keeping Records." To determine federal tax liability, establish a payment schedule and obtain the necessary forms, contact the IRS at 800-829-3676 or visit the above website. You may want to consult an accountant or other tax expert to help you determine the obligations for your particular business.
Self-Employment Tax - www.irs.gov
Self-employed individuals earning more than $400 must report their earnings on Schedule SE (Self Employment Tax) regardless of whether they owe any income tax. Self-employed individuals must also complete Form 1040 and Schedule C (Profit or Loss for Business). These forms may be obtained from the above website.
Taxpayer Education & Communication - www.irs.gov/smallbiz
This unit is part of the Small Business/Self-Employed operating division of the IRS. The TEC unit provides customer focused products, services and assistance to small business owners.
Employer Identification Number - www.irs.gov
Also known as the Federal Tax ID number, any business with employees (or meeting other criteria defined on the IRS Web page) must file for an EIN (Form SS-4). Form SS-4 may be downloaded from the above website (business section); Fax-on-Demand service 703-368-968-9694, or ordered by telephone from 800-829-3676. IRS Publication 1365 "Understanding your EIN," also provides information on the EIN.
Federal Social Security Tax (FICA) IRS 800-829-1040 - www.irs.gov
Federal Unemployment (FUTA) IRS 800-829-3676 - www.irs.gov
Income Tax Withholding Payroll Taxes IRS 800-829-3676 - www.irs.gov
Industries/Professions - www.irs.gov