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Sales Tax on Shipping: When Does it Apply?

TaxConnex

It’s one of the most important aspects of an online business – and one of the wackiest when trying to determine whether sales tax applies or not. Many states say that when the contents of a shipment are taxable, so is the shipping cost; similarly, when items in a shipment are exempt from sales tax, so is the cost of shipping.

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Owe Taxes? You May Lose Your Passport!

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Federal Courts continue to reject constitutional challenges under the 5th Amendment to Section 7345, passed as part of the “Fixing America’s Surface Transportation Act” in 2015. Section 7345 gives taxpayers several ways they can work with the IRS to avoid the certification of their delinquent tax debt and referral to the State Department.

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The latest on sales tax on shipping charges (part 1)

TaxConnex

Online sales could not exist without shipping, and the charges associated with shipping are subject to sales tax in many states. Question is, who has to pay that sales tax these days, and where? For sales tax purposes, you’ll see reference to “shipping,” “shipping and handling” (Arizona taxes these two, for instance) and “delivery”.

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How Paying Off Your Student Loans Could Increase Your Retirement Benefits

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A student’s cost of attendance generally includes tuition and fees (net of certain amounts including scholarships) and an allowance for room and board, books, supplies, transportation, and miscellaneous expenses of the student. Business Tax Services. How will my employer know if I am making qualified student loan payments?

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How to Deduct Business Expenses While on Vacation

CPA Practice

Deductions for business travel can be available when someone must travel away from their tax home or main place of work for business reasons. Other expenses that are deductible include the following: Fares for taxis or other types of transportation. For future tax years, please be sure to reference any updates issued by the IRS.

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Major Changes to New York’s SALT Workaround as Part of FY23 Budget Bill

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New York’s fiscal year 2023 budget bill that was enacted into law significantly expands the benefits of the state’s pass-through entity tax (“PTET”) for many businesses. The New York PTET allows partnership (including LLCs) and S corporation entities to make an annual election to pay an entity-level tax. PTET Income Tax Addback.

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Small Business Tax Deductions 101: What You Can (and Can’t) Write Off

inDinero Accounting

For small business owners and startup founders, navigating the complex world of tax deductions can feel like traversing a financial minefield. As we delve into the specifics, remember that tax laws are as dynamic as the business world itself. Indinero’s virtual bookkeeping service simplifies record keeping.