Behold the timestamp menu in all of its glory: 0:00 How to start a shopify business legally 0:21 Misinformation on RUclips about Shopify 0:41 Misconception #1 - Do I need a business license to sell on Shopify 1:19 Shopify says I don't need a business license, but my city says I do 1:49 Misconception #2 - Can I collect Salex Tax without a permit just IN CASE 2:18 Exactly how to register a shopify business legally 2:35 Don't trust RUclipsrs 2:50 Is my shopify store a business or a hobby? 3:06 Do I have to register my shopify store as a business? 3:15 Do I need an LLC? 3:25 What is a sole proprietor? 3:45 Do you need a DBA to sell on Shopify? 4:19 Do you need an EIN to sell on Shopify? 4:55 Do I need a seller's permit to sell on Shopify? 5:08 How do I know which states I need to collect sales tax? 5:20 Nexus on Shopify explained 6:31 I am confused with sales tax on shopify - HELP 8:04 Do I need a business license to sell on SHopify? 8:35 Do I need zoning clearance?
@roialnet Reddit is not an accurate source of information. The IRS states on their EUN page you do not need employees to use an EIN for your business 🤣
Reddit is not an accurate source for information. the IRS clearly states on their EUN website businesses do not need employees to use an EIN as their tax ID
I can't explain how helpful and clear your videos are. I would be more than happy if you make a video about sales tax and all other required licenses and else to start a dropshipping(by using shopify platform) business which is a sort of e-commerce or online business for individuals. Please please make one video about this!
This was very informational video. You are right, I've watched many videos about e-commerce/dropshipping, some of the creators never had a e-commerce business in the first place, they don't show the right path on how to actually start the store, they're only selling their blank course.
I have had a few businesses and thought this. You watch videos and the never say this. Start for $0. dollars. That's not right to do it legal way. But THANK YOU for confirming this. I am teaching my son the right way.
I am going to make a RUclips video on how I got my business going. Would like to direct people to you because you have helped me go in the right direction. I would not want anything for this, just want to help people go in the right direction, Let's face it you can not get started for free to do i right and make the most you can. People need to do it right the first time. If I do this is it ok to direct people your way?
You did not mention: if you are a SOLE PROPRIETOR of your business, meaning only YOU run it, you are not required to get a tax ID, EIN, or business license, and can use your social security number for tax instead. And this is also from the IRS.
Incorrect, if you are a sole proprietor your city/county restrictions for sole proprietors still apply. Most cities will require a business license, DBA if operating under a different name for your business, and home business permit/zoning clearance depending on the areas. I have full videos explaining all of these and show all documentation on screen.
@@ginnysilver That is just about a business license. The IRS says THEMSELVES that you are not required to have that or a sales tax ID if you are a sole proprietor.
Again, yes no EIN (which is a tax ID) required of sole proprietors, but a business license in most cities will be required. The IRS has nothing to do with business licenses - business licenses are dealt with on the city level - not nationwide with the IRS.
Just started a clothing brand at the comfort of my own barracks room in Italy. My question is even tho I’m a U.S citizen, do I have to get a business registration and a seller permit in Vicenza? I’ll be here for the next 3 years, then going back to the states.
You need to research your local laws - I do not have information on Italy's business laws. You can register your business to a US address and obtain the US required permits and operate it remotely, but Italyay likely have its own requirements of you to sell to customers there and hold inventory.
What if you’re just now starting? I was told there’s no need to file for a tax form and all the other paper work if your not even sure if it will take off
To collect sales tax , YES. Do you need to collect sales tax and have a sellers permit on each state, NO - each state has very different laws and you will need to hold one for some but not others. The best way to monitor this is by using a software such as tax jar
@@ginnysilver Thanks. So it sounds like if I anticipate reaching a level of sales based on economic nexus for a given state and they require it I'll need to get a sellers permit in that state first, or can I wait until I do reach that economic nexus level in that state and then get the sellers permit afterwards? That part gets a bit confusing.
New Sub! Ok i am SUPPER confused. I am trying to set up my shopify as we speak, BUT it is very confusing because i did register my business with a fictitious business name and even got my EIN registered with the IRS. So now the only option that shopify gives under business category is Sole proprietor and LLC, Corp ect.. So when i put in sole proprietor it defaults to only being able to put in my SSN and i do not want to mix my personal with business, that is the whole point on why i got my EIN, to open a business bank account and also have an EIN to separate from my personal taxes. So what should i do? Shopify will not accept my EIN unless i have an LLC.
That's unfortunate, and is a flaw and limitation on Shopify's part. Perhaps consider another e-commerce platform in that case - there's no way to change how Shopify operates
It looks like i may have to get an LLC. I mean i am going down that road eventually anyway. Another qt i have is, if i already registered my Fictitious business name and EIN do i have to contact anyone if i'll be getting an LLC? Do i just let my Fictitious business expire? i feel now like i got it for nothing, the only reason i got it was so that i can show that to my bank with an EIN and get a business bank account opened. @@ginnysilver
It's ok! I actually just had to summit my EIN letter to shopify and request that they use my EIN as an individual instead of my SSN for tax purposes. And it worked! @@ginnysilver
Check google i think it is similar to selling cars..If you know someone from car dealership they can tell you, but of course you will surely need a sellers permit.
Behold the timestamp menu in all of its glory: 0:00 How to start a shopify business legally
0:21 Misinformation on RUclips about Shopify
0:41 Misconception #1 - Do I need a business license to sell on Shopify
1:19 Shopify says I don't need a business license, but my city says I do
1:49 Misconception #2 - Can I collect Salex Tax without a permit just IN CASE
2:18 Exactly how to register a shopify business legally
2:35 Don't trust RUclipsrs
2:50 Is my shopify store a business or a hobby?
3:06 Do I have to register my shopify store as a business?
3:15 Do I need an LLC?
3:25 What is a sole proprietor?
3:45 Do you need a DBA to sell on Shopify?
4:19 Do you need an EIN to sell on Shopify?
4:55 Do I need a seller's permit to sell on Shopify?
5:08 How do I know which states I need to collect sales tax?
5:20 Nexus on Shopify explained
6:31 I am confused with sales tax on shopify - HELP
8:04 Do I need a business license to sell on SHopify?
8:35 Do I need zoning clearance?
I thought you can only use EIN for tax purposes if you have employees otherwise you have to use your SSN? Thats what I read on Reddit.
@roialnet Reddit is not an accurate source of information. The IRS states on their EUN page you do not need employees to use an EIN for your business 🤣
Reddit is not an accurate source for information. the IRS clearly states on their EUN website businesses do not need employees to use an EIN as their tax ID
@@ginnysilver Thank you.
Very welcome ❤️
I can't explain how helpful and clear your videos are. I would be more than happy if you make a video about sales tax and all other required licenses and else to start a dropshipping(by using shopify platform) business which is a sort of e-commerce or online business for individuals. Please please make one video about this!
This was very informational video. You are right, I've watched many videos about e-commerce/dropshipping, some of the creators never had a e-commerce business in the first place, they don't show the right path on how to actually start the store, they're only selling their blank course.
So glad this was helpful ❤️
THIS is the video I needed. Not only did you specify the needs for business licences but also nexus and HOW to keep track of it. ✅
So glad it was helpful!
This is true. Actually, almost none of the videos ever shared that we are required to register our dropshipping business.
Thank you so much for this video, literally the only person who answered all my questions
So glad it was helpful!
I have had a few businesses and thought this. You watch videos and the never say this. Start for $0. dollars. That's not right to do it legal way. But THANK YOU for confirming this. I am teaching my son the right way.
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You say a BOI report on LLC. If I do the LLC threw BIZEE do I need to do this too? Thank You Rob
Yes
I am going to make a RUclips video on how I got my business going. Would like to direct people to you because you have helped me go in the right direction. I would not want anything for this, just want to help people go in the right direction, Let's face it you can not get started for free to do i right and make the most you can. People need to do it right the first time. If I do this is it ok to direct people your way?
@robhoff8625 absolutely! ❤️
Thank you for your informative information I luv seeing you during pandemic I would listen to you everyday more video's
Thanks so much ❤️
Finally someone gave me the information I needed.
So glad this was helpful!
cool information...untangling the mess of misinformation !!!!!! Thanks !!!!
You did not mention: if you are a SOLE PROPRIETOR of your business, meaning only YOU run it, you are not required to get a tax ID, EIN, or business license, and can use your social security number for tax instead. And this is also from the IRS.
Incorrect, if you are a sole proprietor your city/county restrictions for sole proprietors still apply. Most cities will require a business license, DBA if operating under a different name for your business, and home business permit/zoning clearance depending on the areas. I have full videos explaining all of these and show all documentation on screen.
An EIN is optional for a sole proprietor, which is also covered in my ein and sole proprietor videos.
@@ginnysilver That is just about a business license. The IRS says THEMSELVES that you are not required to have that or a sales tax ID if you are a sole proprietor.
Again, yes no EIN (which is a tax ID) required of sole proprietors, but a business license in most cities will be required. The IRS has nothing to do with business licenses - business licenses are dealt with on the city level - not nationwide with the IRS.
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Thx 4 vid
How can I schedule a call with you?? like a consultation??
Thank you for all the valuable info. If you're running a shopify online store, where you reside would be your physical nexus I presume?
That depends on where you registered your business. What address does your business license use? And where are your products stored?
Thank you so much please make one about home base business like registration in state and the home base in other state 😊
Many available on my channel! ❤️
Just started a clothing brand at the comfort of my own barracks room in Italy. My question is even tho I’m a U.S citizen, do I have to get a business registration and a seller permit in Vicenza?
I’ll be here for the next 3 years, then going back to the states.
You need to research your local laws - I do not have information on Italy's business laws. You can register your business to a US address and obtain the US required permits and operate it remotely, but Italyay likely have its own requirements of you to sell to customers there and hold inventory.
I did my research. I got everything I need from the U.S. Seller’s permit and EIN. Thanks a lot
Im wondering about sellers permit for tax purposes, do i have to apply for this in every state i reach Nexus or is this just a single permit?
Every state you reach nexus
What if you’re just now starting? I was told there’s no need to file for a tax form and all the other paper work if your not even sure if it will take off
That information is incredibly incorrect.
@@ginnysilver Alright. I thought that sounded wrong!😂 Thank you
Do you need sellers permits for each state you make a sale in to be able to collect sales tax at that state's rate?
To collect sales tax , YES. Do you need to collect sales tax and have a sellers permit on each state, NO - each state has very different laws and you will need to hold one for some but not others. The best way to monitor this is by using a software such as tax jar
@@ginnysilver Thanks. So it sounds like if I anticipate reaching a level of sales based on economic nexus for a given state and they require it I'll need to get a sellers permit in that state first, or can I wait until I do reach that economic nexus level in that state and then get the sellers permit afterwards? That part gets a bit confusing.
@mgreco32 if you reach Nexus you would be obligated to pay sales tax for purchases made that quarter
@mgreco32 yes it's super confusing ❤️
I have a question, so Is a Business License a must have ? Or am I ok with just getting a LLC ?
You need a business license as well
LLC registers your business on the STATE level, but your city will require a business license to pay the city business registration tax and be legal.
New Sub! Ok i am SUPPER confused. I am trying to set up my shopify as we speak, BUT it is very confusing because i did register my business with a fictitious business name and even got my EIN registered with the IRS. So now the only option that shopify gives under business category is Sole proprietor and LLC, Corp ect.. So when i put in sole proprietor it defaults to only being able to put in my SSN and i do not want to mix my personal with business, that is the whole point on why i got my EIN, to open a business bank account and also have an EIN to separate from my personal taxes. So what should i do? Shopify will not accept my EIN unless i have an LLC.
That's unfortunate, and is a flaw and limitation on Shopify's part. Perhaps consider another e-commerce platform in that case - there's no way to change how Shopify operates
It looks like i may have to get an LLC. I mean i am going down that road eventually anyway. Another qt i have is, if i already registered my Fictitious business name and EIN do i have to contact anyone if i'll be getting an LLC? Do i just let my Fictitious business expire? i feel now like i got it for nothing, the only reason i got it was so that i can show that to my bank with an EIN and get a business bank account opened. @@ginnysilver
It's ok! I actually just had to summit my EIN letter to shopify and request that they use my EIN as an individual instead of my SSN for tax purposes. And it worked! @@ginnysilver
What type of Business License is required to sell Heave Commercial Machinery online?
Check google i think it is similar to selling cars..If you know someone from car dealership they can tell you, but of course you will surely need a sellers permit.
The nexus thing is confusing as all hell
It is! I have a full video which explains it better though it is still confusing
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@@ginnysilver you’re toxic, I’m never watching your videos
@@ginnysilver stop being ingrained to think you know a random person when you don’t.
@@ginnysilver thinking you know a random person that’s not in life proves you are stu*pid
@@ginnysilver you’re toxic
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