U.S. Sales Tax Insights & Compliance Guides

Sales tax exempted goods

Some goods are exempt from sales tax. But, the list varies state to state. Always check .

Interesting info :

Some states do not charge sales tax . But they allow local municipalities under their jurisdiction to charge tax to residents.

Maryland digital ad tax struck down.

Digital ad tax is ultra vires existing laws.

Info you must provide for sales tax permit.

Mandatory information needed for issue of sales tax permit.

Sales tax permits

A business is required to register itself with any state sales tax authority, to receive authorisation to collect and remit sales tax. Such authorisation is issued only when the business meets the criteria of physical nexus or economic nexus.

Taxation on digital services- a new trend

Due to revenue shortfall in all the sales tax collecting states in the U.S, revenue authorities have included digital goods and services as a category to charge sales tax. By collecting sales tax on digital goods and services, states expect to meet partially or fully , their revenue shortfall.

3 Sales tax myths- Don't believe them.

Some sales tax payers believe that tricks they play on sales tax authorities may be accepted as bonafide business transactions. Wrong. Sales tax authorities are smart people. They can separate the grain from the chaff. So, be warned.

Sales tax nexus - points to remember for a new business.

Nexus rules vary state to state. Be aware and act accordingly.

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Legal triggers for businesses to collect sales tax

Judging what factors trigger charging sales tax and when to do it, is an important legal obligation for all small business owners.

5 Common Sales Tax Compliance Mistakes.

As businesses expand into new states and online markets, sales tax compliance can become increasingly complex. Here are five common mistakes growing businesses should avoid.

Sales Tax Nexus for Online Businesses.

An overview of state sales tax nexus and the factors businesses should consider when evaluating their registration and collection obligations.