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Getting Registered: The First Step to Sales & Use Tax Compliance

April 01, 2026.
Tax Publications

What are sales and use tax registrations? Sales and use tax registrations give a business the legal authority to collect and remit tax. Depending on the state, this registration may be called a sales tax permit, seller’s permit, or Certificate of Authority. Sales tax applies to taxable goods...

Excise Tax: The Hidden Cost You’re Paying on Gas, Alcohol, and Soda

March 04, 2026.
Tax Publications

Excise tax is an indirect tax imposed on specific goods, services, or activities — not on general sales like typical sales tax. It applies to products such as gasoline, alcohol, tobacco, soda, airline tickets, and insurance premiums. Unlike sales tax, which appears separately at checkout, excise tax is included in...

Property Tax Prep: 6 Must-Know Tips Before Filing Your Returns

February 17, 2026.
Tax Publications

When it comes to running a business, managing a multitude of taxes becomes an ongoing concern with each fiscal year. One of the year-long processes to consider is filing and paying your business personal property taxes. Business personal property tax is assessed on the assets owned and used by a...

Expansion Without Exposure: Controlling Multi-State Nexus Risk

January 07, 2026.
Tax Publications

As businesses expand across state lines—whether through remote sales, staffing, or digital commerce—they increasingly encounter the complexities of multi-state tax nexus. Nexus, the legal connection that obligates a business to collect and remit sales tax in a given state, can be triggered through both physical presence...

It’s 1099 Season – Are Your Records Ready?

December 03, 2025.
Tax Publications

Accurate vendor information is essential when filing Form 1099—but even small data errors, especially with Taxpayer Identification Numbers (TINs), can trigger IRS penalties, delayed filings, and costly administrative setbacks. Ensuring compliance isn’t just about collecting forms; it requires strategic oversight and consistent data management that many businesses...

Red Flags & Readiness: What Triggers Sales Tax Audits—And How to Prepare

November 05, 2025.
Tax Publications

Sales and use tax audits can be overwhelming, and even small oversights can lead to costly penalties. While it’s important to understand what triggers audits and how to prepare, many businesses find the process more complex than expected. With the right guidance, you can reduce risk and protect...

Start Your Engines: Navigating the World of Dealer Licenses

September 30, 2025.
Tax Publications

A dealer license, or vehicle dealer license, is a permit issued by a state agency—such as the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles— authorizes individuals or businesses to legally sell motor vehicles—from cars and trucks to motorcycles and mobile homes. This license is...

From Manual to Modern: How AI is Transforming Tax Operations

August 28, 2025.
Tax Publications

Artificial intelligence (AI) is playing a growing role in revolutionizing the tax and accounting profession. By reducing manual workload, increasing accuracy, and enabling teams to concentrate on more strategic tasks, AI is helping businesses modernize and improve their operations. Streamlining Tax Operations Through AI One of the most impactful advantages...

Manufacturing Exemptions 101: Cut Costs, Boost Profits

August 06, 2025.
Tax Publications

Sales tax exemptions can significantly benefit manufacturing businesses by lowering operating costs through reduced cost of goods sold, encouraging investment in machinery by cutting purchase prices by thousands of dollars, and enabling manufacturers to offer more competitive product pricing. Sales tax exemptions enable eligible individuals to buy qualified products or...

Understanding Resale Certificates: Which States Accept Your Home State Registration Number?

July 18, 2025.
Tax Publications

A resale certificate is a signed document that indicates that the purchaser intends to resell the goods, allowing the purchaser to buy products without paying sales tax. Resale certificates cannot be used for items that will be used or consumed by the purchaser in their normal course of business....

Sales Tax Holiday 2025 – Skip the Tax, Not the Cart

July 02, 2025.
Tax Publications

What is a Sales Tax Holiday? A sales tax holiday is a limited-time event during which certain items are exempt from state and/or local sales tax. These holidays are typically implemented by governments to encourage spending during key periods — most commonly around the back-to-school season, severe weather preparedness...

Navigating Tariff Increases and Their Impact on Sales Tax

June 10, 2025.
Tax Publications, Trade Publications

President Trump’s trade agenda has established increased tariffs on goods imported into the United States. Tariffs, which are taxes or duties imposed on specific classes of imports or exports, are expected to drive up the average cost of a wide range of imported goods. In anticipation of this,...