if you want to report it on your taxes and be able to purchase items wholesale, then yes. You will need a federal tax ID number (FEIN) which you can obtain online at www.irs.gov you will also need a state sales tax certificate, which you can get through your state website. You tax guy can help fill out the paperwork for that. Another important form is your home business license which is issued by your county offices. You will need to contact them to see what requirements they have for home businesses. Look up your county website for more info. Good luck!
      Answer1:If youll be manufacturing and selling goods then you definitely need a license. If youre simply offering services over the internet, then your tax ID / SSN is sufficient in most cases.