Determine your business structure and state requirements
Register your business name if required
Obtain an EIN from the IRS if needed
Apply for a sales tax permit or seller’s permit through your state tax agency
Gather required documents such as business registration, ID, and address details
Complete the resale license application for your state
Pay any required application fee
Receive your resale license or resale certificate
Keep the license current and renew it if required
Use the resale license only for qualifying wholesale purchases
Maintain records of resale transactions and tax-exempt purchases