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 06, 2025
Cynthia Widmayer
Insurance Contributor
Highlights
- Personal finance writer
- Featured in The Simple Dollar and Coverage.com among others
Experience
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.
Cynthia's latest articles
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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.
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How to install a kitchen faucet
It’s one of the rare plumbing jobs even a novice DIY-er can do.
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How to make a bathroom look bigger
Some simple remodeling tricks that’ll expand the space — both literally and figuratively.
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5 DIY home projects for beginners
What they require, how much you’ll save, and why they’re ideal for novice do-it-yourselfers.
5 min read Mar 22, 2022