Every year on September 29, coffee lovers across the nation celebrate National Coffee Day. For businesses—especially cafés, restaurants, and retailers—this day often brings special promotions, free cups of coffee, and a surge of happy customers. But while the aroma of fresh coffee may be enticing, there’s something else brewing behind the counter that business owners…
Sales tax compliance is constantly changing — and this July brought new local rates that businesses need to know across the country. If you sell in certain states, you’ll need to be aware of both new local sales tax rates. New Local Sales Tax Rates As of July 1, 2025, the following states have implemented…
In recent years, state and local governments have increasingly turned to advanced technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI) and data analytics, to streamline audit processes and identify businesses that may be falling short of their sales tax obligations. What once required time-consuming manual reviews can now be done in a fraction of the time using…
Sales Tax Compliance Isn’t What It Used to Be—Here’s How DDH is Helping Businesses Win at the New Rules In the wake of the Wayfair ruling, sales tax compliance has become significantly more complex, like navigating a game where the rules change constantly, and every state has its own playbook. Whether you’re a small retailer…
Understanding sales tax laws can be complex and overwhelming. With frequent changes and varying regulations from state to state, it’s easy to feel lost. Whether you’re a business owner trying to comply with new rules or a consumer planning significant purchase, getting expert advice can make all the difference. Sales tax laws vary widely across…
If you don’t collect sales tax on a taxable sale, you need to validate the exemption by collecting an exemption certificate or resale certificate from your customer. Otherwise, you could be liable for the uncollected tax, associated penalties, and interest. What is an Exemption Certificate? An exemption or resale certificate is a document that identifies…
Experts in Tax Law Application, Policy & Exemption We represent clients during sale/use tax audits to get them the best results. It is in your best interest to retain someone who is knowledgeable in the application of state sales/use tax laws and who will advocate on your behalf and seek to reduce or minimize any…
California: Boutique hotel owners (taxpayers) were eligible for refunds of penalties imposed by the City and County of San Francisco for failing to file tax returns on time and failing to pay certain hotel taxes because they demonstrated that they had exercised reasonable care. The taxpayers relied on an employee to file, repay and make…
ALABAMA: A convenience store operator was assessed properly under the Alabama sales and use tax law on its retail sales. The taxpayer failed to maintain adequate books and records and didn’t correctly report its sales. The taxpayer did not provide thorough information about its purchases, and, as a result, the Alabama Department of Revenue determined…
WA: A home building and remodeling company were appropriately subject to Washington retail sales tax and business & occupation (B&O) tax as the Department of Revenue met its obligation in notifying the taxpayer of the assessment. The Department of Revenue sends documents to a taxpayer electronically; the taxpayer is assumed to have received the information…
