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Federal Tax Identification Launches New Live Chat Feature
Taxes are a complex process for both individuals and businesses. Each registered business entity is given a unique, nine digit tax number for identification, called an EIN or FIEN. Federal Tax Identification provides businesses an easy way to file for an EIN number online. The site has now integrated a live chat feature that allows clients to instantly get help with the ss-4 form.
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Starting a solar power business is one of the most lucrative business decisions you could make. The technology needed for creating and storing solar energy has changed and evolved over the years, and now it’s available to the average household.
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