Q: I resell new and used goods online through eBay from Pearland, Texas. I'm searching online for information on what I need.
A: An eBay reseller in Texas needs only a few registrations. Here is what a seller in Pearland needs: 1. Texas sales and use tax permit for direct sales 2. Federal tax ID number (EIN) for eBay and suppliers 3. Assumed name certificate for a store name 4. Resale certificates for inventory purchases 5. Records of cost and sales for each item