Questions: What is the current mileage rate? What is the Social Security Wage Base? What forms do I need to fill out for a new employee? How do I apply for a Federal Employment Identification Number (FEIN)? What about a State of Connecticut identification number? Answers: What is the current mileage rate? 50 cents per mile, starting January 1, 2010. Top What is the Social Security Wage Base? The taxable wage base for Social Security in 2009 has increased to $106,800 from $102,000. Top What forms do I need to fill out for a new employee? You will need to fill out Form W-4, CT W-4 and I-9. You can find these forms by clicking on the links provided. You will need to have Adobe Acrobat Reader on your computer in order to access these files. You can download it by clicking on the link above. The forms can also be obtained by calling our office. Top How do I apply for a Federal Employment Identification Number (FEIN)? What about a State of Connecticut identification number? To obtain a FEIN you will need to fill out Form SS-4 Application for Employer Identification Number. Follow the instructions for filing. You can obtain your FEIN online from the IRS website (www.irs.gov/smallbiz). There are many options to get your FEIN by phone, fax or mail. To register for a State of Connecticut business tax number you will need to fill out Form Reg-1 Business Taxes Registration Application or you can file online at Connecticut Fast File. You can find these forms by clicking on the links provided. You will need to have Adobe Acrobat Reader on your computer in order to access these files. You can download it by clicking on the link above. The forms can also be obtained by calling our office. Top