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Sales tax and accounting services

TaxConnex

It’s that time of year again when everyone suddenly thinks about preparing their income taxes. But does tax preparation incur sales taxes – and if it does, where and how? For some 90 years, states have levied sales tax on goods (West Virginia was the first to do so , in 1921). Sourcing is huge.

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Local Man Offers Terrible Advice to Desperate New Mexico Taxpayers

Going Concern

Today is March 31, meaning there are 18 days left to file (198 days if you followed your CPA’s recommendation to kick the can down the road with an extension) and it is not the time to be shopping for a tax preparer. The post Local Man Offers Terrible Advice to Desperate New Mexico Taxpayers appeared first on Going Concern.

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How the 50 States Rank By Lifetime Taxes

CPA Practice

Earlier this week WalletHub released a study that shows which states’ residents have the highest and lowest tax burden , measured as the proportion of total personal income that residents pay toward state and local taxes. The study looks at how much tax the average person is estimated to pay in each state throughout their lifetime.

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Answers to Retail Business Questions About Sales Taxes

CPA Practice

By Gail Cole Is sales tax based on shipping address or billing address? Understanding how sales tax works is fundamental for every retailer. If you’re doing business in a state with a sales tax, you may know you need to register for sales tax, then collect and remit tax as required by law.

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State Legislative Update: Tax Relief Opportunities and New Tax Obligations Enacted in 2022

ThomsonReuters

In the middle of a busy legislative season, several states have made important changes in their tax code that practitioners across the nation will want to be aware of in order to service clients who may have multistate needs. Tax Relief Enacted in Delaware, Florida, Georgia, and New Mexico. Florida Sales Tax Holiday.

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The accountant’s guide to state taxes on retirement income

ThomsonReuters

Navigating state taxes on retirement income is a critical aspect of financial planning for retirees. While federal tax rules apply uniformly across the country, state tax rules can vary widely. Jump to: • State tax on retirement income • Which states do not tax retirement income?

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Ecommerce Accounting 101

xendoo

Crunching numbers may not be your forte, but every online business needs a strong eCommerce accounting plan. Then there are the complicated tax matters that arise when you sell across state lines. This guide will cover this and more: Bookkeeping and accounting for eCommerce. Types of accounting software.

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