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States and Cities with Unique Sales and Use Tax Rules

Source Advisors can help you navigate complex sales & use tax laws with confidence. Some states and cities have unique tax laws that can impact business. See below to explore specific regulations and stay compliant. 

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States with Unique Sales & Use Tax Laws

Washington

Washington state does not imposing personal or corporate income taxes. Instead, businesses pay a Business & Occupation (B&O) tax based on gross receipts.

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Pennsylvania

Sales & Use Tax rules in Pennsylvania vary by industry, making compliance critical for businesses in manufacturing, digital goods, and multistate operations. 

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Utah

The Utah Sales and Use Tax Act ensures consistency in definitions, tax rates, and exemptions, reducing complexity compared to states with fragmented or inconsistent laws. 

Cities with Unique Sales & Use Tax Laws

New York

New York taxes certain software and cloud products based on the end user’s location, but misapplied “ship to” taxes cause overpayments, with rates up to 8.875% in NYC.

Chicago

Chicago’s 9% PPLT applies to software and cloud services based on the “ship to” address, often leading to overpayments due to location-specific tax differences from Illinois state policies.

Source Advisors Sales and Use Tax Services Nexus, Recovery, and Compliance

Discover Determine Nexus

We assess your business activities to determine where you have a tax obligation. A nexus study demystifies your state tax filing requirements. showing where you should file which taxes  

Recover Access Refund

Our analysis also focuses on uncovering any overpayments or tax incentives you may be entitled to, aiming to recover refunds and improve your bottom line.

Mitigate Maintain Compliance

By identifying areas of exposure, we develop strategies to mitigate risks, protecting your business from unforeseen liabilities.

Discover the Source Advisors Difference

Our sales tax experts combine decades of in-the-field experience to ensure 100% client satisfaction. We’re ready to solve your sales tax challenges with the professional, personalized, and attentive service you expect from a boutique firm

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