Taxpayer identification number (TIN): What it is and how to find it
A TIN is a nine-digit number used to identify taxpayers. If you need to file taxes, you’ll need a TIN.
2 min read
Jun 05, 2025
Cynthia Widmayer
Insurance Contributor
Highlights
- Personal finance writer
- Featured in The Simple Dollar and Coverage.com among others
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Cynthia Widmayer is an insurance contributor for Bankrate and has over two years of experience as a personal finance writer. She covers home, car and life insurance products for Bankrate, the Simple Dollar and Coverage.com among others.
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What happens to your debt after you die? How to protect your heirs
What happens to your debt after you die? Bankrate explains.
8 min read Jun 17, 2024 -
The most common tax scams and how to report them
Financial scams exist throughout the year but escalate before and during tax season.
3 min read Oct 08, 2021 -
What happens if you can’t pay your taxes?
If you owe taxes but can’t afford to pay them, you have a few options.
3 min read Oct 04, 2021