Administration of Sales & Use Tax

South Dakota to Suspend Tax Collection Allowance Credit

South Dakota will suspend the tax collection allowance credit for retailers. Learn when the change takes effect and how it impacts tax compliance and filings.

A Practical Guide that Answers Your Biggest Sales Tax Questions

Do you have questions about the ins and outs of sales tax? You’re not the only one. Professionals at all levels of experience often find themselves with more questions than answers when it comes to deciphering the rules and regulations…

HST Rate to Decrease in Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia is reducing its HST rate! Learn when the Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) change takes effect and how it impacts businesses and consumers.

Arizona Department Of Revenue Issues Advisory Statement on TPT, Use Tax, and Sourcing

The Arizona Department of Revenue clarifies transaction privilege tax (TPT), use tax, and sourcing rules in a new advisory statement. Learn key takeaways for businesses handling Arizona sales tax compliance.

Virginia Announces New Sales Tax Form ST-1

The Virginia Department of Taxation has announced a new sales tax form, the ST-1. The ST-1 form will replace multiple sales tax forms and schedules, including the ST-9, ST-8, ST-7, and ST-6.

Nexus, Remote Sellers, and VDAs: Why Businesses Are Reconsidering Compliance Post-Wayfair

Explore why VDAs are an essential compliance tool for remote sellers—and how they can help businesses mitigate risk while achieving compliance resolution.

North Dakota Updates Guidance on Voluntary Disclosure Program for 2025

The North Dakota Office of State Tax Commissioner has issued updated guidance on its Voluntary Disclosure Program (VDP).

The Next Frontier in Sales Tax Compliance: Retail Delivery Fees

Certain states have begun adopting or considering Retail Delivery Fees (RDFs)—a targeted levy designed to supplement traditional tax structures and allocate revenue toward infrastructure needs.

Nebraska Updates Guidance on Prohibited Sales Tax Advertising Practices

The Nebraska Department of Revenue (DOR) has provided updated guidance on unlawful advertisements referring to sales tax.

California Offers Sales and Use Tax Relief to Businesses Impacted by LA Wildfires

California has extended the January 31,2025, sales and use tax filing deadline for taxpayers in response to recent wildfires.

Louisiana No Longer Mails Sales Tax Returns to Businesses, Effective January 2025

Beginning January 2025, The Louisiana Department of Revenue (DOR) will no longer print and mail copies of Louisiana state sales tax returns to businesses that are registered to collect and remit Louisiana sales tax.

Colorado Aims to Speed Up Sales and Use Tax Filing with New System

The Colorado Department of Revenue has launched enhancements to SUTS (Sales and Use Tax System) to simplify and speed up sales and use tax filing for businesses.

Sales Tax Guide to the Southwest United States

This comprehensive tool consolidates all the key details you need about sales tax in the Southwest United States—right at your fingertips.

Texas Issues Guidance on Sales and Use Tax Treatment of Imported Goods Stored in Bonded Warehouse

Texas has issued a letter ruling providing guidance on the sales and use tax treatment of imported goods stored in a bonded area.

Mississippi Announces New Method to Submit Voluntary Disclosure Agreements

The Mississippi Department of Revenue (DOR) has announced a new method for taxpayers to submit Voluntary Disclosure Agreements (VDAs).

Louisiana To Begin Collecting Sales Tax on Digital Products

Louisiana passed House Bill 8, which will go into effect January 1, 2025, and applies sales tax to previously untaxed digital goods.

Louisiana to Increase State Sales Tax Rate

Effective January 1, 2025, the Louisiana state sales tax rate will increase to a total of 5%. House Bill 10 provides a temporary increase of the state rate from 4.45% to 5% effective January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2029.

Sales Tax in 2025: What You Need to Know

Sales tax changes are inevitable. You can fear them, loathe them, or pretend they don’t exist, but it’s better to meet them head on so you can be tax compliant.

Detroit, Michigan to Accept Cryptocurrency for Payment of Taxes and Fees

In a news release, the City of Detroit announced that it will soon provide Detroit residents with the option to pay taxes and other city fees using cryptocurrency through a secure platform managed by PayPal.

North Carolina Online Retailer Files Complaint Against Accounting Firm Over Failure to Advise on Wayfair Nexus Implications

North Carolina-based online retailer lodged a complaint in North Carolina Business Court against their tax advisory firm.

Your Guide to Sales Tax in the Mountain Region

Let\’s explore the key developments shaping sales tax in the Mountain Region, empowering you with the knowledge to navigate these changes confidently and efficiently.

Wyoming Offers Guidance on Vendor Compensation Credit

The Wyoming Department of Revenue reminds vendors and direct payers that effective with the January 2012 payment reporting period, they are allowed to take a vendor compensation credit on their Wyoming sales and use tax returns. The credit is equal…

Illinois Appeals Court Partially Affirms False Claims Act Qui Tam Claim Against Lowe’s

The Appellate Court of Illinois First Judicial District has released an order affirming the Trial Court’s decision in case 15 L 50776, People of the State of Illinois, ex rel. v. Sears Brands, LLC, et al, Lowe’s Home Centers LLC Defendant- Appellee.

Ohio Rules True Object is Key in Determining Taxability of Services

CheckFree, which offers a variety of financial services in the state of Ohio, brought a refund case before the Board of Tax Appeals regarding services offered by CheckFree, primarily debit authorization.