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bubstshirts · August 7th, 2008

I am trying to set up an American Apparel account for the second time. I read through some of the post and saw that it was mentioned that you didn't need a resale number in order to get an account. So I just put in my ss# to get the application to get submitted. This is the response that I received (Note: I live in NJ):

"Please provide a copy of your valid State Resale Permit, Sales and Use Tax ID, or a Certificate of Authority (NY and NJ). Please note this document is issued by the state in which your business is registered, and the number may differ from your Fed Tax ID. You may email or fax documents to"

How did some set up an account without this information.

Thanks.

Rodney · August 7th, 2008

Some places may not require that info, but it looks like your state does. As per their message, you need to get a Certificate of Authority from your state. You can find this info on your official state website.

bubstshirts · August 7th, 2008

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Originally Posted by Rodney


	Some places may not require that info, but it looks like your state does. As per their message, you need to get a Certificate of Authority from your state. You can find this info on your official state website.

Thanks! I may just stick with TSC Apparel, that's where I order from now and from what I read it seems like the pricing is about the same. However, it seems that ordering directly from AA you have more options of styles and colors and have quick access to the latest styles. Anyway thanks for the info.

Rodney · August 7th, 2008

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Originally Posted by bubstshirts


	Thanks! I may just stick with TSC Apparel, that's where I order from now and from what I read it seems like the pricing is about the same. However, it seems that ordering directly from AA you have more options of styles and colors and have quick access to the latest styles. Anyway thanks for the info.

Which styles did you see at AA that you didn't see at TSC? I thought they were the same availability?

They are also sold through AlphaShirt.com (which also carries Alternative Apparel)

bubstshirts · August 7th, 2008

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Originally Posted by Rodney


	Which styles did you see at AA that you didn't see at TSC? I thought they were the same availability? They are also sold through AlphaShirt.com (which also carries Alternative Apparel)

Just a quick example, I order 2386 which they call a dress, but I sell it as a shirt. On TSC apparel its avaiable in about 5 colors where as on AA there are about 15 colors available.

Rodney · August 7th, 2008

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	On TSC apparel its avaiable in about 5 colors where as on AA there are about 15 colors available.

Are you looking on the AA retail site or the wholesale side? They sometimes offer certain products (and styles and colors) for their retail line that they don't offer for wholesale.

bubstshirts · August 7th, 2008

I was looking at the wholesale online catalog...or so I thought

primkimichi · August 7th, 2008

does anyone know if a resale number is needed if you live in california? i have been badly wanting to get AA shirts for my products but i don't have a resale number yet or any kind of license since i'm just starting out with selling to friends.

sunnydayz · August 7th, 2008

yes in california you do need a resale license to purchase from Americal Apparel.

Rodney · August 7th, 2008

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Originally Posted by primkimichi


	does anyone know if a resale number is needed if you live in california? i have been badly wanting to get AA shirts for my products but i don't have a resale number yet or any kind of license since i'm just starting out with selling to friends.

Also, technically, if you're selling in California (even to friends), then you are supposed to be collecting sales tax and then reporting the sales tax collected back to the State Board of Equalization (that's the same place you get your Seller's Permit)

bubstshirts · August 8th, 2008

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Originally Posted by primkimichi


	does anyone know if a resale number is needed if you live in california? i have been badly wanting to get AA shirts for my products but i don't have a resale number yet or any kind of license since i'm just starting out with selling to friends.

I would definitely reccomend getting an account at TSC apparel. They are immensely helpful they have a lot of great products, and if you are just starting out their mins are low.

tfalk · August 8th, 2008

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Originally Posted by bubstshirts


	(Note: I live in NJ): "Please provide a copy of your valid State Resale Permit, Sales and Use Tax ID, or a Certificate of Authority (NY and NJ).

The irony is that clothing is exempt from sales tax in NJ yet they still require a sales and use tax ID. You also will need to file quarterly reports with the state declaring your gross sales and zero sales tax due. In reality, it's really just another way for them to hit you with the $50 fee to file the mandatory business tax filing each year.

shirt pimp · August 11th, 2008

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Originally Posted by Rodney


	Also, technically, if you're selling in California (even to friends), then you are supposed to be collecting sales tax and then reporting the sales tax collected back to the State Board of Equalization (that's the same place you get your Seller's Permit)

i will go beyond "Technically" and say it's MANDATORY...some of you people are gonna be in big trouble with the IRS once/if your businesses take off

why aren't people going to their county recorder, getting a DBA, opening a business checking account, contacting their State B.O.E. and getting a Resale #, and all the other things you're supposed to do when you start a business!?!??!

SunEmbroidery · August 11th, 2008

In NJ many screen printers/ embroiderers provide the service of embroidery /screen printing on customer provided items and/or decorate non-wearables. The service of decoration and the decoration of non wearables is taxable.

chismoso · September 21st, 2008

I understand that American Apparel now asks for every states resale permit since they have stores in every state and are required by law. If you ask one of the customer service agents, they can give you information and a link to your states board of equalization.

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