Originally Posted by
FlyHigh23
Were you also able to open a personal account? Has anyone tried to use their SSN as the EIN for a sole-proprietorship (like when applying for a Business CC)?
No, I did not open a personal account. I do not think a ss number will work since they required a copy of the ein certificate from the IRS, as well as documentation of your business name recorded on the state website. Since I could not reproduce my ein certificate, I contacted the IRS and they faxed over a copy of my ein to the bank directly while I was taking care of the paper work.