TaxConnex

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

When you sell across multiple states – or even within various localities in a single state – one striking observation emerges: the consistent inconsistency of sales tax rates. The federal income tax has just seven brackets to cover the whole span of what somebody can make. Why do sales tax rates have to be so complex?

Rhode Island

TaxConnex

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

If you sell into the handful of states that don’t have nexus or don’t have a general sales tax, you might think you’re home free when it comes to obligations to remit sales tax. Forty-five states and the District of Columbia have a statewide sales tax. Alaska, Delaware, Montana, New Hampshire and Oregon do not.

Sales

TaxConnex

MAY 2, 2023

Mike Dunleavy is reportedly preparing to introduce a sales tax as part of a long-term budget plan for the state. Five states don’t have a statewide sales tax: New Hampshire, Oregon, Montana, Alaska and Delaware (aka the “NOMAD” states). Vermont was the last state to adopt a sales tax, in 1969.

Alaska

Withum

MARCH 20, 2024

For the latest news and updates on Montana state and local tax March 20, 2024 Montana Releases Pass-Through Entity Tax Common Issues to Avoid Authored by: Jessie Racioppi and Penny Sweeting , CPA The Montana Department of Revenue released “Common Errors to Avoid when Filing Form PTE – Tax News You Can Use.”

Montana

CPA Practice

APRIL 9, 2024

As accountants and CPAs, dealing with payroll taxes is essential to managing finances for your business clients. Understanding the details of payroll taxes helps you better assist your clients in fulfilling their obligations and maximizing tax efficiency. Social Security Tax : Employers and employees each contribute 6.2%

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TaxConnex

APRIL 18, 2023

There’s always something changing in the world of tax, especially sales tax. New sales taxes are progressing in some states but not all. Alaska, one of the few states still without a statewide sale tax, is considering one as it tries to close a projected revenue shortfall of $450 million heading into the next fiscal year.

Sales

CPA Practice

APRIL 3, 2024

A new study by WalletHub revealed that residents of New York state are burdened by taxes the most among the 50 states, while Alaska residents have the lowest tax burden. The following are some key findings from WalletHub’s study: As previously stated, New York has the highest overall tax burden, while Alaska has the lowest.

Rhode Island

CPA Practice

APRIL 12, 2023

million people across the nation (state-by-state list below) have unclaimed refunds for tax year 2019 but face a July 17 deadline to submit their tax return. billion in refunds remain unclaimed because people haven’t filed their 2019 tax returns yet. The Internal Revenue Service says that nearly 1.5 The IRS estimates almost $1.5

Rhode Island

CPA Practice

APRIL 9, 2024

A new study by WalletHub revealed that residents of New York state are burdened by taxes the most among the 50 states, while Alaska residents have the lowest tax burden. The following are some key findings from WalletHub’s study: As previously stated, New York has the highest overall tax burden, while Alaska has the lowest.

Rhode Island

CPA Practice

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Maine governor Janet Mills wanted to get rid of the red tape that separates many Down East nonprofits from sales tax exemptions. Which nonprofits are currently exempt from Maine sales tax? Such entities no longer need to pay the state sales tax on items purchased as part of their mission. What is a blanket exemption?

Maine

CPA Practice

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Three rounds of stimulus checks—known officially as Economic Impact Payments—were sent by the federal government to income tax filers between March 2020 and March 2021 as a way to offset some of the hardships of the COVID pandemic. “There is no fourth round of [stimulus checks] from the Treasury Department,” he said.

Montana

LyfeAccounting

JUNE 25, 2021

US taxpayers pay over $1 trillion in state income taxes every year. But what if you could pay $0 in state taxes? You can pay absolutely nothing in state taxes, just by packing up your bags and moving to a tax-free state. What are State Taxes? Top 10 States With The Highest Income.

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MyIRSRelief

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

With more than 30 million small businesses in the US, effective tax planning is essential to maximizing profits and minimizing taxes, keeping more of what is earned, and lowering your taxes for the future. You can contribute to HSAs from your current income. And the account itself will continue to grow tax-free.

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ThomsonReuters

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

How to manage state and local tax Do you have clients who live in one state but work in another state? If so, they may be able to lower income taxes through a state-by-state reciprocity agreement, should the agreement exist. In these cases, statutes may dictate which sources of income are subject to the agreement.

Indiana

CPA Practice

OCTOBER 18, 2023

One crucial factor to consider when selecting your business location is the tax environment. Business taxes can significantly impact your bottom line and overall profitability. The importance of business taxes As an entrepreneur, you face countless decisions when starting a business.

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ThomsonReuters

JULY 10, 2023

Jump to: What is sales tax? Sales tax varies by state What is nexus? What is excise tax? What is VAT tax? Sales tax vs. use tax Summary Sales tax, which is a consumption tax levied on the sale of goods and services, is an important source of revenue for governments at the state and local levels.

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inDinero Tax Tips

APRIL 20, 2021

Incorporation is a critical legal matter that impacts more than your company’s tax responsibilities for doing business. Delaware does tax companies. In 2011, Delaware garnered $860 million in taxes and fees from out-of-state business entities incorporated under its laws. With so few taxes, how does Delaware rake it in?

Delaware

ThomsonReuters

APRIL 25, 2024

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?

South Dakota

Anders CPA

MAY 15, 2023

This changing employment landscape requires employers to reassess their payroll tax withholding processes to ensure you are withholding the proper amount of state, local and unemployment taxes from your employees’ wages. Below we dive into the state and unemployment tax responsibilities employers need to know.

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inDinero Tax Tips

APRIL 11, 2023

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 is considered “the place” to establish your corporate entity as there’s no Delaware sales tax.

Delaware

CPA Practice

OCTOBER 23, 2024

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Rhode Island

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AUGUST 26, 2024

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Rhode Island

CPA Practice

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

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Rhode Island

CPA Practice

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

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Rhode Island

CPA Practice

JULY 19, 2024

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Rhode Island

CPA Practice

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Bureau of Economic Analysis figures compiled for Stateline by the Urban-Brookings Tax Policy Center in Washington, D.C. Inflation-adjusted per capita incomes in Utah have grown by about 8% since 2019. Incomes in Colorado, Maine, Montana and Nebraska also grew by roughly that much. Ned Lamont signed a tax cut bill in June.

North Dakota

ThomsonReuters

DECEMBER 14, 2020

Business Tax Professionals. The tax rules and regulations U.S. We’re left to approach tax-filing season with a great deal of uncertainty,” said Melissa Oaks, a Thomson Reuters tax specialist who presented the webinar. 20 with an ambitious tax agenda and a singular priority. Recent Changes.

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ThomsonReuters

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

It also has to do with a wide variety of topics such as reporting and paying taxes and keeping in compliance with laws. Or working to dig out of debt by utilizing COVID-19 tax credits available to employers. paid sick and family leave tax credits and employee retention tax credit). Teleworking.

payroll

Cherry Bekaert

OCTOBER 21, 2024

tax policies. The balance of power in Congress will play a vital role in determining the direction of tax legislation, regardless of whether former President Donald Trump or Vice President Kamala Harris take office. For a comprehensive overview of each candidate’s tax policies and priorities, read our previous insights here.

Tax

CPA Practice

AUGUST 20, 2024

During this election, “no tax on tips” seems to be the phrase fitting that bill. Both presidential candidates are embracing the promise to exempt workers from paying taxes on their tips. After all, who doesn’t want a tax break when they can get it? How do taxes on tips work? Tips are considered taxable income.

Tax

CPA Practice

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Document Management software is a valuable solution for the organization as you prepare for tax season. Download the guide to ensure you are ready for next tax season. It finds the documents you need in seconds, and creates a bespoke, secure database for your firm.

Rhode Island

CPA Practice

OCTOBER 30, 2024

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Rhode Island