Articles

Latest Post

Beyond City and County: The Many Faces of Local Sales Tax

by Ali Walker | Aug 6, 2026 | Blog, Featured, Local Sales Tax

America's local sales tax system is, in a word, chaotic. Unlike the single, tidy state sales tax rate most people assume exists, the actual rate you pay is really a layer cake with several tiers: state tax on the bottom, then a city tax, a county tax, maybe a transit...

Featured

Recent

Beyond City and County: The Many Faces of Local Sales Tax

Aug 6, 2026

Is Sales Tax the New Healthcare Lifeline? How Counties Are Using Sales Tax to Save Hospitals

Jul 2, 2026

Published: July 2, 2026 There's an old saying: nothing is certain except death and taxes. In 2026, a lot of Americans are learning those two things might be more closely connected than they thought. Turns out the tax on your next pair of sneakers or drive-thru order...

The Complete Guide To Sales Tax Filing Frequencies (All States)

Jun 12, 2026

Published June 12, 2026 If you're registered to collect sales tax in more than one state—or even just one—knowing how often you need to file is just as important as knowing what to file. Miss even one filing and you could face penalties and interest, regardless of...

Big Servers, Bigger Bills: The Data Center Tax Exemption Explained

May 5, 2026

Let's be honest: when most people think about sales tax exemptions, they picture things like groceries, prescription medications, or even sales tax holidays. Not trillion-dollar tech companies building server farms the size of small cities. And yet, here we are. If...

View All Featured

View All Recent

Beyond City and County: The Many Faces of Local Sales Tax

Aug 6, 2026

How to File Maine Sales Tax Returns (Step-by-Step Guide)

Jul 30, 2026

Published July 30, 2026 | Source: Maine Revenue Services (MRS) | maine.gov/revenue Maine keeps its sales tax refreshingly simple compared to a lot of states. There's one flat statewide rate, no county or city add-ons, and returns are filed through a single electronic...

How To Register for Sales Tax in Maine (Maine Sales & Use Tax Registration Guide)

Jul 24, 2026

Published July 24, 2026 | Source: Maine Revenue Services (MRS) | maine.gov/revenue Getting caught in the weeds with Maine sales tax registration? Here's everything you need to know, straight from Maine Revenue Services—who must register, how to apply, and what happens...

Today’s Picks

How to File Maine Sales Tax Returns (Step-by-Step Guide)

Jul 30

Published July 30, 2026 | Source: Maine Revenue Services (MRS) | maine.gov/revenue Maine keeps its sales tax...

Beyond City and County: The Many Faces of Local Sales Tax

Aug 6, 2026

How to File Maine Sales Tax Returns (Step-by-Step Guide)

Jul 30, 2026

How To Register for Sales Tax in Maine (Maine Sales & Use Tax Registration Guide)

Jul 24, 2026

Why Does Netflix Cost More in Some States? The Messy World of Streaming Taxes

Jul 21, 2026

Published July 21, 2026 It might surprise you, but your Netflix bill in one state can be higher than in another—and it has nothing to do with your plan tier (though those are apt to change frequently, too). Why? The explanation stumbles into one of the strangest...

Sales Tax Registration Guides

View All

How To Register for Sales Tax in Maine (Maine Sales & Use Tax Registration Guide)

Jul 24

Published July 24, 2026 | Source: Maine Revenue Services (MRS) | maine.gov/revenue Getting caught in the weeds with...

How To Register for Sales Tax in Georgia (Georgia Sales & Use Tax Registration Guide)

Jul 8, 2026

Published July 7, 2026 | Source: Georgia Department of Revenue (DOR) | dor.georgia.gov Georgia Sales Tax Registration Quick FAQ Who must register for Georgia sales tax? Any individual or entity that meets Georgia's definition of a "dealer" must register for a Georgia...

How To Register for Sales Tax in Florida (Florida Sales Tax Registration Guide)

Jun 17, 2026

Published June 17, 2026 | Source: Florida Department of Revenue (FDOR) | floridarevenue.com Florida Sales Tax Registration Quick FAQ Who must register for Florida sales tax? Any business with a physical presence in Florida, or any remote seller with more than $100,000...

How To Register for Sales Tax in Arizona (Arizona TPT License Guide)

Jun 1, 2026

Published June 1, 2026 | Source: Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) | azdor.gov Arizona Sales Tax Registration Quick FAQ What is Arizona sales tax called? Arizona calls its sales tax the Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT). Unlike traditional sales tax, Arizona TPT is...

Sales Tax Filing Guides

View All

How to File Maine Sales Tax Returns (Step-by-Step Guide)

Jul 30

Published July 30, 2026 | Source: Maine Revenue Services (MRS) | maine.gov/revenue Maine keeps its sales tax...

How to File Georgia Sales Tax Returns (Step-by-Step Guide)

Jul 10, 2026

Published July 9, 2026 | Source: Georgia Department of Revenue (GADOR) | dor.georgia.gov and gtc.dor.ga.gov Filing sales tax in Georgia isn't rocket science. There's one form, one portal, and most businesses file on a monthly basis. But once you get into the...

How to File Florida Sales Tax Returns (Step-by-Step Guide)

Jun 24, 2026

Published June 24, 2026 | Source: Florida Department of Revenue (FDOR) | floridarevenue.com Florida may not have a state income tax, but its sales tax process more than makes up for it: category-by-category sales reporting, a brand new filing portal, and due dates...

How to File Arizona TPT Returns (Step-by-Step Guide)

Jun 8, 2026

Published June 8 | Source: Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) | azdor.gov This guide explains who must file Arizona TPT returns, how filing frequencies are determined, step-by-step instructions for filing online and by paper, available vendor discounts, and the...

Sales Tax FAQ

View All

The Complete Guide To Sales Tax Filing Frequencies (All States)

Jun 12

Published June 12, 2026 If you're registered to collect sales tax in more than one state—or even just one—knowing how...

Transaction Thresholds are Disappearing: What Small Sellers Need to Know

May 1, 2026

If you’re a micro-seller or small online retailer making high volumes of low-dollar sales, a major shift is happening in small business sales tax compliance—and luckily, it’s good news. More states are eliminating their transaction thresholds and relying instead on...

Are Sales Tax Holiday Weekends Worth It? Breaking Down the Pros and Cons

Apr 30, 2026

A sales tax holiday—often marketed as a sales tax holiday weekend or “tax-free weekend”—is a limited period when specific items are exempt from state (and sometimes local) sales tax. These events tend to revolve around practical needs: back-to-school shopping,...

Do You Pay Sales Tax on Pet Food? How Sales Tax Applies to Pets

Apr 28, 2026

Having pets is just a part of life for many Americans. A 2025 survey found that nearly half of all households—42.6%—own a dog, and 32.6% own a cat. And while the emotional return on investment is high for most, the financial cost is very real. Veterinary bills, food,...

The End of Penny Production: How New Rounding Rules Affect Sales Tax

Apr 23, 2026

Ending penny production has been debated for decades—but in November 2025, it officially became reality. The U.S. Mint marked the moment with a ceremony in Philadelphia on November 12, 2025, striking the final one-cent coin and closing a 232-year chapter in U.S....

Sales Tax Rates

View All

July 1 Sales Tax Rate Changes: What Businesses Need to Know for Q3 2026

May 26

This article is continually updated if additional July 1, 2026 rate changes are confirmed before the effective date....

No Results Found

The page you requested could not be found. Try refining your search, or use the navigation above to locate the post.

SalesTaxSolutions has provided over 20 years of professional sales tax services for businesses world-wide.

Subscribe to our Newsletter for Latest Updates, Special Discounts, and much more.

Articles

Latest Post

Today’s Picks

Sales Tax Registration Guides

Sales Tax Filing Guides

Sales Tax FAQ

Sales Tax Rates

No Results Found

Newsletter

Browse Categories