Five years have passed since the groundbreaking Wayfair decision by the Supreme Court, which opened the doors for states to demand remote sellers to collect and remit sales tax. Initially hailed as a revenue boon for states, the aftermath has brought various challenges and revisions to the original framework. The evolution of transaction thresholds and…
Austin Texas: Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced today he will send cities, counties, transit systems and special purpose districts $1.2 billion in local sales tax allocations for August, 2.8 percent more than in August 2022. These allocations are based on sales made in June by businesses that report tax monthly and on sales made in…
August is Black Business Month. It’s time to recognize, honor, uplift, and celebrate Black-owned businesses across the country and all they represent in the country’s ongoing drive for diversity and equality. Let’s take a moment to recognize these businesses’ remarkable contributions to our society and economy. Established in 2004 by forward-thinking entrepreneurs Frederick E. Jordan and…
TX: Sales Tax Holiday The Comptroller encourages all taxpayers to support Texas businesses while saving money on tax-free purchases of most clothing, footwear, school supplies and backpacks (sold for less than $100) during the annual Tax-Free weekend. Qualifying items can be purchased tax free from a Texas store or from an online or catalog seller doing business…
TN: Two different sales tax holidays will help give Tennesseans a break in their wallets. The first is the annual back-to-school sales tax holiday, held on the last weekend of July. The second is the Grocery sales tax holiday, which begins Aug. 1. The back-to-school sales tax holiday, clothing and school supplies, including some electronics…
The taxation of services can be a complex and ever-changing landscape, especially regarding professional services and those that involve digital elements. Service providers must know the state definitions and regulations regarding taxable services to ensure compliance and maintain client trust. Here are some key points to consider: *Not all services are subject to sales tax….
ALABAMA: Alabama will hold its 18th annual back-to-school sales tax holiday, beginning Friday, July 21 at 12:01 a.m. and ending Sunday, July 23 at midnight. This event gives shoppers the opportunity to purchase certain school supplies, computers, and clothing free of state sales tax. Local sales tax may still apply. For more information, click on the link below….
MD: The Maryland Digital Advertising Tax, set to be imposed on companies earning more than $100 million from digital advertising services in Maryland, has been invalidated by an Anne Arundel County Circuit Court judge. The judge ruled that the tax violated the Internet Tax Freedom Act and the due process clause, Commerce Clause, and First…
DDH knows ERP systems, accounting systems, and tax laws in each state. So we stay up on tax incentives across industries and ensure those incentives are applied equitably to our clients. Even for clients who work with national accounting firms, DDH has provided a fresh set of eyes and a different perspective. Our work has…
Managing sales and use taxes can be complex and time-consuming for businesses. Outsourcing sales tax obligations can offer several advantages, as you have outlined. However, it is essential to consider both the benefits and potential drawbacks before deciding. Here are some additional points to consider: Cost-effectiveness: Outsourcing sales tax obligations may incur additional costs, such…
