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do i need a new ein since i am hiring employees for my llc?
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i called the irs (click here for irs contact info) and they said i do not need to get a new ein.  i could have just filed the appropriate employer federal tax return (940/941) and then the filing requirements would have been updated.  but while i was on the phone, they just updated the filing requirements for my llc so i am all good now (i still need to file the correct form and make the correct payments, etc. but i can use this same ein going forward). disclaimer: don't trust me (or this answer) for tax advice (your situation may be different).  the irs person on the phone was very helpful so i recommend calling them if you are in a similar situation.  fyi, i have found calling the irs to always be very helpful.
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