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Michigan Issues Guidance on Sales and Use Tax Refund Procedures
The Michigan Department of Treasury (Department) has issued a bulletin providing guidance on how sellers and purchasers can request refunds of Michigan sales and use tax.
Maryland Announces Transition to New Online Filing Portal
Effective February 2024, online filing of many business taxes, including Withholding, Sales and Use, and Admissions and Amusements in Maryland will move to a new online filing portal, Maryland Tax Connect.
Arizona TPT License Renewals Due January 1, 2024
The Arizona Department of Revenue (DOR) has sent out a reminder that Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) Licenses must be renewed by January 1, 2024.
Alabama Department of Revenue Announces Change in Tax Payment Processing
The Alabama Department of Revenue is changing banks, affecting how taxes are paid through My Alabama Taxes using accounts that employ a debit block requiring an Originating Company ID (debit block code) for ACH debits.
Washington Provides Guidance on Sales Tax Treatment of Crowdfunding
The Washington Department of Revenue (DOR) has provided comprehensive guidance on the sales tax implications associated with crowdfunding endeavors.
Tennessee Enacts New Sales Tax on Products Containing Hemp-Derived Cannabinoid
Effective July 1, 2023, Tennessee enacted a new 6% sales and use tax on the sales price of products that contain a hemp-derived cannabinoid sold at retail.
Key Sales Tax Updates Affecting the Southeastern United States
Picture this: an evolving sales tax landscape throughout the United States where sales tax rules resemble a puzzle, and being up to date on the Southeast region is the missing piece for compliance success.
Colorado Issues Revised Sales and Use Tax Exemption Forms
Through House Bill 22-1039, the Colorado Department of Revenue (Department) has revised the listed sales and use tax exemption forms.
Ohio Provides Guidance for Taxpayer on Upcoming CAT Changes
Major changes to the reporting requirements for Ohio\’s Commercial Activities Tax come into effect, and the state has released additional guidance for taxpayers who are currently filing on how these changes impact them.
Rhode Island Issues Guidance Regarding Discontinuation of Annual Sales Tax Reconciliation Return
The Rhode Island Department of Revenue (DOR) has issued an advisory informing sales tax permit holders that the Rhode Island Annual Sales and Use Tax Reconciliation Return (Form T-204R-Annual) will no longer be required for tax year 2023 and forward.
Sales Tax Best Practices for E-Commerce Businesses
In this blog post, we will explore some essential best practices for e-commerce businesses to successfully handle sales tax.
Sales Made to Canadian Residents but Delivered in Washington Are Subject to Tax
The Washington Department of Revenue (DOR) has issued guidance regarding the taxability of sales made to Canadian residents that are shipped to businesses in Washington for pickup by the Canadian residents.
South Dakota Releases Updated Fact Sheet for Sales Tax at Special Events
South Dakota has released an updated fact sheet with guidance for Special Event taxation through their website.
Wisconsin Increases Retailer’s Discount for Sales and Use Tax Returns
Wisconsin allows retailers to deduct a portion of the paid sales tax reported on a timely filed sales and use tax return, the retailer’s discount.
California Amends Requirement for Use Tax Registration
California has amended its legislation regarding registration for purposes of the state’s use tax, effective date is January 1, 2024.
Washington Provides Guidance on Taxability of Business Assets
The Washington Department of Revenue (DOR) has issued guidance regarding the taxability of sales of business assets.
Virginia Rates for Underpayment or Overpayment of Tax Will Increase for Q4 2023
For the period of October 1, 2023 through December 31, 2023, Virginia’s interest rates for the underpayment or overpayment of tax will increase to 10%.
Cleaning Company Owner Loses Ohio Responsible Party Appeal
In an appeal involving the listed owner (Daniel Biskind) of an Ohio cleaning company (Contract Cleaning LLC) regarding who was the responsible party for tax assessments issued for the period July-September 2016, the Ohio Board of Tax Appeals (BTA) affirmed the Ohio Tax Commissioner’s findings that Biskind was indeed the responsible party of the business.
How To: Determine Sales Tax Sourcing for Services
It’s daunting to figure out where you have sales tax obligations. And when you are a service provider, the responsibility grows even more complicated! If you have physical or economic nexus in the states that tax services across the country,…
New Mexico Gross Receipts Tax Rate Drops to 4.875% on July 1, 2023
Effective July 1, 2023, New Mexico’s state-level gross receipts tax rate is reduced from 5% to 4.875%, enacted by Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham.
Louisiana To Shift Oversight of Local Sales Tax Filing System
Effective January 1, 2024, Louisiana has enacted legislation that will shift oversight of the state’s uniform local sales and use tax return and remittance system from the Louisiana Department of Revenue (DOR) to the Louisiana Uniform Local Sales Tax Board (Board).
Another Colorado Town Declared Home-Rule Municipality
In March 2023, Keystone voted to become a Home Rule Town with a Charter and to elect nine Charter Commission Members who draft the Charter.
Your Nexus Queries Answered: Unraveling the Top 3 Areas of Confusion
Ever since the Supreme Court released its decision in South Dakota v. Wayfair five years ago, we have been flooded with questions about economic nexus legislation and how it affects businesses across the country. Now that every state has added economic nexus legislation, every business must ask these questions!