Statute of Limitations for Sales Tax Audit (State-by-state Guide)
Summary: Each state has a defined lookback period they use when examining a sales tax audit and assessment. Most states’ statutes of limitations do not apply in the event of fraudulent behavior or evasion.How Far Back Can I Owe Sales Tax? If you’re concerned about...
5 States with Gross Receipts Tax
Summary: There are currently 5 states with gross receipts tax: Delaware, Nevada, Ohio, Texas, and Washington. Business owners should be aware of the gross receipts tax requirements in these states and to take action to prevent liabilities from accumulating over...
Here’s What Amazon’s Crazy Illinois Sales Tax Letter Means and What to Do About It
Short Summary: In this post, we decode a cryptic email that Amazon sent to merchants as Amazon's attempt at an answer to Illinois sales tax law. Effective January 1st, 2020, Amazon will be collecting and remitting Illinois state sales tax. However, sellers are still...
How to Register for a Sales Tax Permit in Wyoming
Quick Answer: This post offers information on how to register for a sales tax permit in Wyoming. Registration is best completed online via the Wyoming Department of Revenue website. More detailed information is included below.Do You Need to Get a Sales Tax Permit in...
How to File and Pay Sales Tax in Mississippi
Quick Answer: This blog provides instructions on how to file and pay sales tax in Mississippi using the online portal. You can read more about Mississippi’s sales and use tax forms here. You can read more about filing your Mississippi sales tax return on the internet...
How to File and Pay Sales Tax in West Virginia
Quick Answer: West Virginia offers a few different types of sales tax returns. This blog gives instructions for filing and paying sales tax in West Virginia with the Combined Sales and Use Return, a return commonly used by out-of-state sellers. Do You Need to File...
How to Register for a Sales Tax Permit in Wisconsin
Quick Answer: This post offers information on how to register for a sales tax permit in Wisonsin. Registration is best completed online via the Wisconsin Department of Revenue website. More detailed information is included below.Do You Need to Get a Sales Tax Permit...
How to File and Pay Sales Tax in Minnesota
Quick Answer: This blog provides instructions on how to file and pay sales tax in Minnesota using form 850. This is the most commonly used form to file and pay sales tax in Minnesota. You can also use form 850-U if you are filing use tax only. Do You Need to File a...
How to File and Pay Sales Tax in Washington
Quick Answer: Washington offers a few different types of sales tax returns. This blog gives instructions for filing and paying sales tax in Washington with the Excise Tax Return, a return commonly used by out-of-state sellers. Do You Need to File a Washington Sales...
How to File and Pay Sales Tax in Wisconsin
Quick Answer: This blog gives instructions for how to file and pay sales tax in Wisconsin with the ST-12, a return commonly used by out-of-state sellers. Once a return is submitted a payment can be made electronically. Do You Need to File a Wisconsin Sales Tax...
How to File and Pay Sales Tax in Wyoming
Quick Answer: Wyoming offers a few different types of sales tax returns. This blog gives instructions for filing and paying sales tax in Wyoming using the Form 41-1, Sales & Use Tax Return for licensed vendors (monthly and quarterly), a return commonly used by...
How to Register for a Sales Tax Permit in West Virginia
Quick Answer: This post offers information on how to register for a sales tax permit in West Virginia. Registration is best completed online via the West Virginia State Tax Department website. More detailed information is included below.Do You Need to Get a Sales Tax...