Q:Starting a home base business

BestRedline Tattoo inc., LLC. SrCheyennecotch 5/6/2012 4:01 AM

Starting a home base business

I am a tattoo artist and I tattoo out of my house. I will be putting art work onto peoples skin

Los Angeles County Glendora Glendora, 91740 Will hire employees.

1. SELECT TAX BUSINESS ENTITY

From sole proprietor, LLC, partneship or Corp.: Each requires a certificate filing.

2. TAX REGISTRATION & LICENSING

All Tattoo Artist businesses/entities need a business license and an EIN.

3. RESELLER ID

Selling/Buying wholesale or retail requires a Tattoo Artist seller's permit.

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Required Permit Registrations for Tattoo Artist .


	✔ 1

A(n) Tattoo Artist Business Tax Permit Registration
(Business License)
Also callled an occupational license,or business License or permit.)


	✔ 2

A(n) Tattoo Artist DBA ( Doing Business As )Permit
(Fictitious / Assumed Business Name or Trade Name)
Alternatively, you can form an LLC or Incorporate.


	✔ 3

A Federal Tax ID Permit (EIN)
(You can use it as a sole owner to open a bank account instead of using your SS#. Employers, Independent Contractors, LLCs, Partnerships, and Corporations are required to obtain it.)


	✔ 4

A(n) Tattoo Artist Seller's Permit / Wholesale Resale State ID

(This the sales tax ID you will need if you will sell retail or wholesale or buy wholesale any Tattoo Artist materials, items, merchandise, food etc.)

Sunday, May 6, 2012

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I am a tattoo artist and I tattoo out of my house. I will be putting art work onto peoples skin

Glendora Cheyenne 5/6/2012 4:01 AM.

Starting a home base business Tattoo Artist

I am a tattoo artist and I tattoo out of my house. I will be putting art work onto peoples skin

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I will be paying self employmet taxes because at least in the beginning I will be operating as a sole owner. Is there anything I can do to look as if I am an established and big company? .

My business is a home business. Actually it is an online home business. There are health related issues in my type of business. I am tattooing on people I will buy and store merchandise in my home with the purpose of selling it. the tattoo equipment in my office There will be more than 5 customers per day visiting my house for business purposes. thgoughout the day I will have employees perhaps non relatives will be working in my home business. My girlefriend and I

The first step is to get a business permit registration license. Next, get an assumed business name because you will need it to register your trade name and the certificate can be used to open a business checking bank account and order business cards. . In addition, you may need a federal tax ID number if you are a partnership or a corporation or LLC. Then, if you sell any merchandise, you will need a reseller tax ID number. Also note that businesses need an occupational business permit regadless of the business legal structure, that is whether sole proprietor, limited liability company LLC or corporation. Also, if the business has more than one member, or you will file a corporation , you will need a federal tax ID number. Finally, Starting a business fist step is to select the tax legal structure. 1. Sole proprietor, 2. Partnership, and 3. Corporation or Limited Liability Company. All small, new, home based businesses, web based online as well as big businesses must select and register as on of these business tax structure entities. If you decide to be an employer that is have employees, you will need a federal ein ID and state ein tax numbers..

Most sole proprietors or sole owner LLC need to pay self employment taxes. To avoid paying excessive self employment taxes you may want to for an S corporation which can help you split your salary with dividents and save on taxes because dividents are not subject to self employment taxes. In general an LLC or corporation has more prestige and credibility as a business entity company than a sole owner or a general partnership. So if you want to be taken as a bigger company or more credible one you may want to set up an LLC or incorporate.

Because your business is a home business you may need a home occupation license and a business license. An online home business is subject to all legal permits requirements like any other business. Health related issues in your type of business may require a health permit in addition to a business license. Storing merchandise in your home may not be permited but in your garage may be ok. If there will be more than 5 customers per day visiting your house for business purposes they may not approve a home occupation business permit. If you have employees perhaps non relatives will be working in your home business may not be allowed. Some cities allow only relative to be employees of a home business.

Since your business name has a suffix you will need to file a fictitious business name. If you would like to become a company with more prestige and have limited liability most business advisors recommend an LLC or setting up a corporation. What is the significance of a business permit as it pertains to a federal tax id number?
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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Do I need to file any paperwork with my state?

2. Do businesses have to obtain the taxpayer identification number (TIN) from vendors and keep it somewhere on file?

3. How ofter do I need to pay my business license tax?

4. Is there a fee charged to obtain a business permit?

5. How long does it take to get a business license?

6. If I purchased an existing business, can I use the previous owner’s business license?

7. How do I cancel my business license certificate if I go out of business?

8. What is the significance of a business permit as it pertains to a federal tax id number?

9. Will I also get a copy of my business permit in my email?

10.Why partnerships need a business license and an assumed business name registration?

Q:Do I need to file any paperwork with my state?

A:You will need to obtain a state employer number if you are an employer, a general business registration, in most states, and a state sales tax ID if you sell tangible taxable items merchandise.

Q:Do businesses have to obtain the taxpayer identification number (TIN) from vendors and keep it somewhere on file?

A:Yes, you will need a form w-9 which is a Request for Taxpayer Identification Number.

Q:How ofter do I need to pay my business license tax?

A:You need to pay business permit tax annually and your employees withheld Federal income tax

Q:Is there a fee charged to obtain a business permit?

A: by mail by contacting the Taxpayer Assistance Center on this website .

Q:How long does it take to get a business license?

A:Most applicants registering Online on this site will receive their account number in one to three days. Others will receive their account number within ten business days. If the registration is not filed electronically, it may take up to four weeks. Business permits cannot be obtained over the telephone.

Q:If I purchased an existing business, can I use the previous owner’s business license?

A:No, you must register for a new business license under your own name or the name of the corporation, partnership or LLC.

Q:How do I cancel my business license certificate if I go out of business?

A:It requires an application to cancel a business license however if you just stop paying the taxes and you can prove you went out of business you will not have to pay any more business taxes.

Q:What is the significance of a business permit as it pertains to a federal tax id number?

A:A business license is a business tax registration based on your gross annual income and perhaps your location. IRS acknowledges a Federal Tax ID number or an EIN number as a nine digit number used by businesses or corporations for any taxation related purposes. It thus becomes crucial for any entrepreneur to get a federal tax ID number before he decides to start a business. A tax identification number would be required whenever an owner files a return or makes a deposit.

Q:Will I also get a copy of my business permit in my email?

A:You will get a copy by email so you can print it out. It is the official IRS receipt.

Q:Why partnerships need a business license and an assumed business name registration?

A:When you are a partnership, the partnership must obtain a business license, an assumed business name certificate and be identified by the federal tax id number.


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Who Should obtain a business permit to Form an LLC?

Do I need to hire an attorney to help me get a Business Permit License?

CA Get business permit. How will I file my tax return for my business using a business license?

Can an existing sole proprietorship obtain a business license and an assumed business name?

What exactly is a business permit?

So, if I obtain a business license through you do I still need to sign a business license application form or you will apply for a business permit for me?

What is the best use for a business permit?

Can I use a business license to obtain a business loan?

CA Get business permit If I get a business license will I be taxed as a corporation or sole owner?

Can an existing sole proprietorship obtain a business license and an assumed business name?

What exactly is a business permit?

So, if I obtain a business license through you do I still need to sign a business license application form or you will apply for a business permit for me?

What is the best use for a business permit?

Can I use a business license to obtain a business loan?

If I get a business license will I be taxed as a corporation or sole owner?

Q:Who Should obtain a business permit to Form an LLC?

A: Business owners that will elect to tax the llc as a corporation or llcs that have more than one member they need a federal tax id number to form an LLC.

Q:Do I need to hire an attorney to help me get a Business Permit License?

A: You can obtain a business license without the help of a lawyer. You may want to consult with one on the other hand that may help you draft the llc agreement and advise you in your particular tax situation..

Q:How will I file my tax return for my business using a business license?

A: You don't need a business license for a tax return. A business permit is used to open a bank account. A business checking account may also require an assumed business name certificiate.

Q:Can an existing sole proprietorship obtain a business license and an assumed business name?

A: Yes, an existing sole proprietorship canobtain a business license and an assumed business name and in fact these two are almost always necessary to start a sole owner business.

Q: What exactly is a business permit?

A:A business permit is a type of permission that the government gives you to allow you to do business in your business location under the hygienic conditions and non hazardous venue.

Q:So, if I obtain a business license through you do I still need to sign a business license application form or you will apply for a business permit for me?

A:In some cases that an original signature is required or advance annual taxes are due, you still need to sign a business license application form or you will apply for a business permit for me?

Q:What is the best use for a business permit?

A:The best use for a business permit is to be posted in a cospicuous place in the immediate customer service area.

Q:Can I use a business license to obtain a business loan?

A:Can I use a business license to obtain a business loan?

Q:If I get a business license will I be taxed as a corporation or sole owner?

A:If I get a business license will I be taxed as a corporation or sole owner?

Q:Can an existing sole proprietorship obtain a business license and an assumed business name?

A:Yes, and actually, that is the minimum that a sole owner starting his or her own business needs: namely, a business license and an assumed business name. Note, however, that instead of an assumed business name, you can simply incorporate or set up an LLC.

Q:What exactly is a business permit?

A:Primarily it is an annual business tax but it is also a way for government agencies to ensure that you run a legitimate, secure, and non hazardous business.

Q:So, if I obtain a business license through you do I still need to sign a business license application form or you will apply for a business permit for me?

A:No, you don't need to sign your business license application unless you need to submit your annual taxes in advance before we submit it for filing.

Q:What is the best use for a business permit?

A:You can use it to open a business checking account but a business license also makes you legal because the government will not allow you to legally do business without a business license.

Q:Can I use a business license to obtain a business loan?

A:Actually, a business license is a required evidence before you can obtain a business loan from any bank..

Q:If I get a business license will I be taxed as a corporation or sole owner?

A:In addition to a business license you will need to file as a sole proprietor LLC or corporation to be considered as one of the aformentioned business entities.

Asked on: 9/7/2025 5:01 AM
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I'm planing to open up a both in a flea market where I stay do I need a vendor license If I have been asked to fill in for a food vendor at a once a month flea market, what kind of permits and licensing am I going to need?

9/7/2025 5:01 AM

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Essential Licenses & Registrations

✅ General Business License or Vendor's Permit
✅ Food Service Establishment Permit
✅ Food Handler's Permit

Specialized & Safety Certifications

✅ Mobile Food Facility Permit
✅ Proof of Liability Insurance
✅ Sales Tax Permit

For the single event, you will primarily need the temporary food service permit and a valid food handler's card. Obtain all necessary licenses and registrations for your venture here on our site online.

Asked on: 9/7/2025 4:58 AM
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we own a business - private music lessons etc. are offered. we are thinking about adding after school tutoring/art/music program.... wondering if we need additional licensing etc...

9/7/2025 4:58 AM

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Essential Licenses & Registrations ✅

✅ Business License
✅ DBA (Doing Business As) or LLC/Corporation Registration
✅ Seller’s Permit (if selling books, instruments, or supplies)
✅ Federal EIN (like a social security number but for your business)

Specialty Licenses & Permits 🎨

✅ Child-Related Program Permit (since kiddos will be part of tutoring/after school activities)
✅ Health & Safety Compliance (fire, occupancy limits—aka making sure the piano doesn’t double as an emergency exit)

Your Question Answered 🤔

Yes, adding after-school tutoring and arts programs could trigger extra requirements beyond your existing private music lessons setup, mostly around childcare or youth program regulations.


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