QUESTION:

(crafting store) I needa nc sales tax number and a federal I D number. Also a company name, S corp and a product name..

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ANSWER:

Hi : Here is what you need for starting your
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Licenses & Permits for Your Crafting Store

✅ Sales Tax Permit (Required for NC sales tax collection)
✅ Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) (For S Corp taxation)
✅ Business Name Registration (Ensure uniqueness for your S Corp)
✅ Product Trademark (Optional but wise for branding)
✅ General Business License (Standard for retail operations)
✅ Home Occupation Permit (If operating from home)
✅ Fire Safety Permit (For in-store workshops or flammable materials)
✅ Signage Permit (If outdoor signs exceed local size limits)

Pro Tip

Obtain all licenses and registrations here online—because paperwork should be as fun as glitter (but less messy).

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REGISTER YOUR BUSINESS ONLINE

IMPORTANT:

First select your business entity. Entities: Sole Proprietor, LLC, Corporation or Partnership.

All Businesses , Regardless of Type, Need a Business License.

All Businesses Using a Trade Name, Need a DBA

Retailers/Wholesalers, Need a Seller's Permit.

Employers Need a Federal Tax Id Number EIN State Tax Number EIN.

Corporations, & LLCs Need a Federal Tax Id Number.

Partnerships Need a Federal Tax Id Number and a DBA.

Sole Proprietors Can Use a Federal Tax Id Number as a Business Tax ID.

Instead of filing a DBA, You Can Incorporate or form an LLC