Freelance & Tax ID(s)

Sup All //

Well over the last few years, this year in particular. I am starting to do more and more freelance. My freelance workload has doubled over the previous year.

I only do freelance on a part-time basis, and it isn’t reported as my full-time job due to my regular design 9-5.

Which brings me to the ultimate question. Do you guys have a freelance tax ID? How do you handle the business side of things with your clients?

I strictly work based off contracts with my clients, however I’ve experienced both “gift” funds and reported incomes from my clients.

Now that things have gotten to this point, should I get a TAX ID so that Uncle Sam isn’t knocking on my door come tax time?

(i.e. Clients have reported paying me, while I have reported the income).

Are they easy to get? Do they cost anything?