PayPal IS a dead end my man. Merchant account is much better and should be used instead of PayPal. It is not easy, because of verification, and setup. But it's a way to go.
You do have your W-2 don't you? Instead of your SS you can use company tax ID. I don't think it's legal, but I don't think anyone would come after you if you do. That's the only way that I see to use PayPal successfully, or you have mom, wife, aunt, father, friend, I bet you do. Make an account on them.
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