sales and use tax Archives - CFO

The 2018 CFO State Tax Survey: Land of Confusion

The 2018 CFO State Tax Survey: Land of Confusion

States’ adjustments to the federal tax cuts present new obstacles to compliance.

By David Katz | June 28, 2018

Internet Sales Tax Ruling Seen Boosting States

Internet Sales Tax Ruling Seen Boosting States

The Supreme Court decision “should provide a welcome incremental addition to state coffers" over the long term, S&P says.

By Matthew Heller | June 22, 2018

Avalara Shares Jump On First Day Of Trading

Avalara Shares Jump On First Day Of Trading

Shares of the Seattle-based sales tax automation company soar after pricing at $24 per share on Wednesday.

By William Sprouse | June 15, 2018

Six Steps Remote Sellers Can Take to Prepare for the ‘Wayfair’ Decision

Six Steps Remote Sellers Can Take to Prepare for the ‘Wayfair’ Decision

If the Supreme Court reverses Quill, it will drastically impact remote sellers, particularly those selling into the U.S. from foreign countries.

By Kent Johnson and Harley Duncan | May 30, 2018

States Fight to Enforce Online Sales and Use Taxes

States Fight to Enforce Online Sales and Use Taxes

States are developing new ways to enforce sales and use taxes for online purchases.

By William H. Gorrod | July 6, 2016

Tax-collection Threat Looms for Internet Retailers

Tax-collection Threat Looms for Internet Retailers

A U.S. Supreme Court Justice's opinion and a new Senate bill favor giving the states power to compel internet retailers to collect sales taxes.

By David Katz | March 18, 2015

A Cautionary Tale About the Sales and Use Tax

A Cautionary Tale About the Sales and Use Tax

Tax savings can sometimes sound too good to be true. Here's an example of how one CFO at a drilling manufacturer got a quick education about underpaid sales and use taxes.

By Ted Proctor | July 18, 2013