You know I know you know I know, and vice versa. However, Large Green's post is an opportunity to underline this compelling fact, putting to rest much hand wringing.
"There are many instances where you might need to change your EIN number, including purchasing or becoming a subsidiary of another business. You may also need to change your EIN if there are changes to the ownership structure "
Above looks like its pretty much just as you said. Wonder what the next excuse will be. Oh wait, we already have a winner below. Seems theres a few more optionssss left? lmaoooooooo