It Depends: A Sales Tax Podcast by TaxConnex

Ignoring sales tax rules can be a costly mistake for businesses. As a "pass-through" tax, sales tax is meant to be collected and remitted—but failure to comply can lead to hefty penalties. With state tax rates averaging 8% and additional penalties stacking up, businesses could face millions in unexpected expenses. In this episode, we break down how to assess your risk, avoid compliance p...

From time to time, sales tax outsourcing relationships fail to work properly and it's time to make a change. By examining a handful of operational indicators, you can assess whether your provider still fits. If it's time for a change, you can initiate and control the process to find a provider to better fit your needs. Watch this webinar as we discuss the following:  - Reasons it may be...

It’s been over 6 years since the historic Wayfair decision, and sales tax somehow continues to become more challenging. In this episode we cover some of the most important sales tax updates of 2024 and help you develop a clearer understanding of how to set up a process to remain sales tax compliant in 2025.   Learning objectives:   • Discover how to determine where you have nexus • Recognize the t...

In this episode, Jeff Meigs and Brian Greer are discussing the intricacies of sales tax compliance in complex organizations. Whether you operate through multiple channels, work within a confusing industry, or manage various business structures, this podcast will provide the knowledge and strategies needed to ensure sales tax compliance and avoid costly mistakes. Our hosts talk through the unique c...

If you're part of an online business, the holidays are an exciting (but crazy) time for you... And marketplace facilitators are most likely being utilized. But what are they? How can they help you? And how can they hurt? In the world of sales tax, household names like Amazon, eBay, and Etsy are major marketplace facilitators, but what are your sales tax obligations when selling through them?...

This holiday season, eCommerce and Retail sales are booming more than ever. Listen now to this episode on "Navigating Sales Tax Compliance in eCommerce," where we delve into the complexities and challenges faced by businesses in this space. Whether you are an e-commerce entrepreneur, an online retailer, or a brick-and-mortar store venturing into online sales, understanding your sales tax...

As your business grows, so could your sales and use tax obligations. Businesses face all sorts of challenges as they grow, but one that is often overlooked is their sales tax obligations. As your business expands into new areas or new products and services, your sales tax obligation could be growing with you. If you don’t have the right steps in place to manage and track your sales tax, then you c...

Failure to comply with the applicable sales tax rules can have a devastating effect on your business. Listen to this episode now as we discuss how to determine your level of risk and exposure, as well as tools and procedures to potentially reduce your taxes owed and penalties. We’ll cover: Nexus and taxability What’s at stake Remediating past exposure Managing audits And more! Brian - Chief Revenu...

Brian - Chief Revenue Officer, Partner at TaxConnex https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-greer-55b7364/ Jeff - Consulting Practice Leader, Partner at TaxConnex https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrey-meigs-14a76521/ https://www.taxconnex.com/

Sales tax is not something top of mind for most executives, but it is something that the majority of businesses will have to manage at some level. No matter the size of your business, if you are selling a taxable product or service and establishing nexus in specific states or jurisdictions, then you have a sales tax obligation. While it is not meant to be a burden on the seller, many businesses ha...

Sales tax is different for every business. Different companies manage their sales tax obligations in different ways with many types of systems and varying risk tolerances. So if your business is exploring the possibility of outsourcing compliance or changing providers, it's important that you're asking the right questions and screening accordingly. Listen now to discover the key to findi...

In its most basic form, a sales tax exemption certificate alleviates a company from collecting and remitting sales tax on certain products and services. The most common exemption is “sale for resale,” which allows businesses to purchase products free of tax. Other exemptions can apply to special entities, including government organizations and nonprofits.   The purchaser has the responsibility for...

Almost 6 years post Wayfair Decision, most businesses at least understand the potential to have a sales tax obligation and have a way to manage their obligations, even if it’s not fully or how they want to do it. But having a sales tax compliance process and understanding your obligation is not a set it and forget it type of business operation. Sales tax rules and regulations continue to evolve an...

For many businesses, an audit is one of the most intimidating things that can happen. But the reality is, thousands of businesses are audited each year, sometimes for no reason at all. In this episode, we're covering how to manage the sales tax audit process and  you'll learn a few things to keep in your back pocket, just in case you find yourself in the hot seat. Brian - Chief Revenue O...

After you’ve been fielding your filing and remittance obligations for a while, sales tax can seem simple: Charge it to the customer, collect it and send it back to the state when you file your sales tax return. Easy enough. But not really... In this episode of It Depends, Brian Greer is diving into two similar but different tax issues - How your total gross sales impacts your sales tax obligations...

Sales tax can be complicated if you don't understand what needs to be determined first. You will need to determine where you have nexus, what products/services are taxable, when to register for a sales tax permit, how to manage ongoing sales tax compliance, and much more. Luckily for you, we are experts when it comes to all these factors. In this episode we dive into understanding sales tax n...

Brian - Chief Revenue Officer, Partner at TaxConnex https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-greer-55b7364/ Jeff - Consulting Practice Leader, Partner at TaxConnex https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrey-meigs-14a76521/ https://www.taxconnex.com/

In the first episode of our Sales Tax Crimes series, we're diving into the story of John Garofalo Sr., a restaurateur turned tax evader. How did he pull off this scheme for almost seven years? Discover the investigation that led to his guilty plea and the looming threat of a three-year prison sentence. Tune in to uncover the details of this tax fraud case out of Union County, New Jersey. Bria...

Sales tax can be complicated if you don't understand what needs to be determined first. You will need to determine where you have nexus, what products/services are taxable, when to register for a sales tax permit, how to manage ongoing sales tax compliance, and much more. Luckily for you, we are experts when it comes to all these factors. In this episode, Brian and Jeff explain the fundamenta...

Navigate the complexities of retail delivery fees and how they impact your compliance processes. This episode will help you gain a better understanding of what a retail delivery fee is, where they are implemented, or where they will be in the coming months. We also cover questions to ask yourself in how you will manage and strategies to effectively manage. You will learn: -          Which states h...

Sales tax is not something top of mind for most executives, but it is something that the majority of businesses will have to manage at some level. No matter the size of your business, if you are selling a taxable product or service and establishing nexus in specific states or jurisdictions, then you have a sales tax obligation. While it is not meant to be a burden on the seller, many businesses ha...

There’s no doubt that sales tax is challenging. Regulations differ from state to state, and deciphering whether you need to collect and remit taxes in a particular state can feel overwhelming. In order to help you gain a better understanding of the subject, we've gathered some of the frequently asked questions we get about sales tax. Listen now to this episode discussing questions related to...

If you utilize drop shippers to deliver products to your customers, you would expect your purchase to be exempt for resale purposes. However, as states continue to expand their reach, more and more companies are being caught off guard when their drop shipper starts charging them sales tax or refuses to accept their home-state resale certificate. Don’t eat the sales tax in these situations. Make su...

Once your business establishes nexus and you've ensured your products and/or services are taxable, you become responsible for collecting and remitting sales tax. That'd be pretty straightforward if it weren't for the 10,000+ taxing jurisdictions across the US that you have to keep up with. If you have a sales tax obligation and are not collecting and remitting sales tax, you could b...

5 years post Wayfair Decision, most businesses at least understand the potential to have a sales tax obligation and have a way to manage their obligations, even if it’s not fully or how they want to do it. But having a sales tax compliance process and understanding your obligation is not a set it and forget it type of business operation. Sales tax rules and regulations continue to evolve and at ti...