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Direct vs. indirect tax: the differences

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The differences between direct tax and indirect tax are important to understand. Direct tax is paid directly by the taxpayer to the government and cannot be shifted, like federal income tax. In contrast, indirect tax, such as business property taxes, can be passed on or shifted to others.

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Monthly State Sales and Use Tax Update

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The growth rate for all Tennessee taxes in August was 22.11 Sales tax revenues and state corporate tax receipts (franchise and excise taxes) both posted substantial growth. In Georgia , tax collections were up 12.7% The gross sales tax take finished 15.9% in August year over year.

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What’s Hot on Checkpoint for Federal & State Tax Professionals?

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The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 imposes a new 15% corporate alternative (book) minimum tax on the adjusted financial statement income of applicable corporations (those with 3-year average financial statement income of at least $1 billion). Tax-exempt organizations may make this election for twelve credits.

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More Than a Loophole: Delaware Sales Tax and Other Benefits of Incorporation in DE

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Incorporation is a critical legal matter that impacts more than your company’s tax responsibilities for doing business. Delaware is considered “the place” to establish your corporate entity as there’s no Delaware sales tax. Delaware offers perhaps the most favorable tax treatment to businesses. Historically, in the U.S.,

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Dubai Creating $870M Free Trading Zone For eCommerce

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DCC is the first eCommerce free zone to foster retail growth in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. DCC merchants will not have to pay income tax or corporate tax and will get support services for immigration, healthcare, administration and banking.

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Business Tax Rates: How Much Do Small Businesses Pay in Taxes?

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From tax law revisions to the overwhelming number of forms, understanding your small business tax rate and how to file can be difficult. Your business entity type and preferred filing status will also affect your tax rate. For example, LLCs that opt for the IRS to tax them as corporations are subject to corporate tax rates.

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Retailers Raise Concerns Over Potential Border Tax

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The retail industry is going through a rough transformation. This shift in the way that retailers operate is evident from consumers’ shift to more online purchases as well as brick-and-mortar stores integrating technology aspects into the shopping experience. We’re seeing big-box retailers like J.C. Paul Ryan (R-Wis.),

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