• Transactional Tax Compliance Solutions

    Navigating the complexities of transactional tax compliance can be a daunting task for businesses. With frequent changes in sales tax laws, influenced by factors like the Wayfair Supreme Court decision and the impact of the pandemic, staying compliant becomes even more challenging. However, there is a solution. Sales Tax DataLINK offers comprehensive transactional tax compliance solutions that automate the process, providing ease of use and affordability.

  • Reopening for business: Don’t forget sales tax

    As businesses navigate the reopening phase and plan for a post-pandemic future, it is crucial not to overlook the implications of sales tax. Often, sales tax issues may not be immediately apparent, leading companies to miss important considerations. Whether it's the taxability of new online services, the complexities of expanding into multiple states, or the intricacies of sales tax on different platforms like Amazon and Etsy, staying compliant becomes paramount.

  • Sales Tax Surprises in the Pandemic

    The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on various aspects of the economy, and sales tax has emerged as a crucial issue during these challenging times. As businesses closed and people stayed home, states faced the prospect of a substantial shortfall in sales tax revenue, which forms a significant portion of their operating funds.

  • Mississippi May Change Their Sales Tax Balance

    Mississippi is considering significant changes to its sales tax balance, which could have implications for businesses and individuals in the state. A new tax proposal aims to eliminate personal state income tax entirely, potentially joining the ranks of states without income tax.

  • Transaction Privilege Tax (AKA Sales Tax)

    When discussing sales tax, it's essential to understand the concept of Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT). In Arizona, instead of a traditional sales tax, businesses are required to pay the TPT as a privilege for operating in the state.

  • Remote Sellers Sales Tax Holdout Florida May Jump In

    Florida, one of the two states yet to impose sales tax collection on remote sellers, is considering joining other states in requiring remote sellers sales tax. With a significant revenue shortfall and the impact of the pandemic on Florida's finances, expanding sales tax collection from remote sellers could help alleviate the financial strain.

  • Sales Tax Revenues Are Up

    Despite concerns over declining state revenues during the pandemic, the headlines in 2021 reveal a surprising trend: higher sales tax revenues for 2020 across the nation. Many states experienced significant increases in sales tax receipts, with examples like Siloam Springs, Arkansas, reporting a 13.8% growth compared to the previous year.

  • Sales Tax and the U.S. Manufacturing Strategy

    The United States' manufacturing strategy has been a topic of discussion, with efforts to bring back manufacturing jobs to the country. While corporate tax cuts in 2017 didn't yield significant benefits for manufacturing, there is potential in utilizing sales tax breaks.

  • Faster Sales Tax Remittance in Your Future?

    As states face economic challenges during the pandemic, sales tax revenues have taken a hit, leading to a search for solutions. One proposed solution is to speed up sales tax remittance schedules.

  • Seasonal Sales Tax Rates

    Seasonal Sales Tax Rates can often be overlooked amidst the excitement of pumpkin spice and holiday festivities. However, with the Wayfair decision broadening the scope of sales tax obligations for remote sellers, understanding and navigating these seasonal changes has become a concern for businesses nationwide.

  • Sales Tax Audits on the Rise

    With sales tax audits on the rise, states are looking to boost their tax revenue amid challenging economic conditions. The impact of the pandemic has varied across states, but overall, there is a predicted reduction in state and local revenue, including sales tax income. As states face significant shortfalls, audits provide a relatively straightforward solution to uncover errors and collect additional revenue.

  • Sales Tax Software Customer Service

    When it comes to sales tax compliance, the importance of sales tax software customer service often goes unnoticed in the selection of sales tax software. While an ideal scenario would involve seamless usage without any issues, the reality is different.

  • Software Reviews: Why They’re Useful

    Software reviews play a crucial role in the decision-making process, particularly when it comes to sales tax compliance. The Wayfair decision opened the doors for states to require out-of-state companies to collect and remit sales tax, leading to a surge in available software solutions.

  • Sales Tax for Subscriptions

    Sales tax for subscriptions is a crucial consideration for businesses operating under subscription business models. As the popularity of subscription services continues to rise, it becomes essential to navigate the complex landscape of sales tax regulations. While each state has its own rules regarding sales tax, the absence of a national sales tax or uniform code adds further complexity.

  • Sturgis and Sales Tax in the Pandemic

    In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, Sturgis, South Dakota, is preparing for its annual motorcycle rally, raising questions about sales tax in the pandemic.

  • 5 Things to Look for in Sales Tax Software

    The implementation of sales tax software has been a significant development for businesses, especially in light of the Supreme Court's ruling on remote sellers. While the expectation was that sales tax software would alleviate the burden of compliance, the reality has proven more complex.

  • Hotel Tax Hit Will Have Consequences

    The hotel tax has become a cause for concern as a recent study by Oxford Economics reveals the substantial revenue losses that states are facing.

  • COVID-19 Sales Tax Reporting Surprises

    The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about unexpected surprises in sales tax reporting. While many states have experienced a significant decline in sales tax revenue, some have witnessed surprising increases, like North Dakota, which reported a 500% rise in sales tax revenue from remote sellers.

  • Do You Overpay Sales Tax?

    The recent financial challenges faced by manufacturers due to the coronavirus outbreak have raised concerns about overpaying sales tax. Research indicates that manufacturing is one of the industries prone to overpaying sales taxes. With the Supreme Court's decision in Wayfair, manufacturers have found themselves responsible for sales tax compliance in multiple states, often opting to file in all 50 states for simplicity.

  • How States May Change Sales Tax to Raise Revenue

    As states face deep budget shortfalls due to the COVID-19 pandemic, they are exploring ways to increase sales tax revenue. Reopening businesses alone may not be sufficient, given restrictions, safety concerns, and reduced consumer spending.

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