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76 articles published in 2025
december 2025
View month →California Sales Tax Audit Statute of Limitations
CaliforniaCalifornia Sales Tax Audit Timeline and Your Taxpayer Rights
CaliforniaCalifornia Sales Tax Audit Ultimate Guide
CaliforniaCommon Audit Issues and Penalties in California Sales Tax Audits
CaliforniaCommon Audit Types in Georgia
GeorgiaUnderstanding the different types of Georgia sales tax audits is an essential part of audit preparation. Not all audits follow the same structure, and…
Common Illinois Sales Tax Audit Issues and Penalties
IllinoisGeorgia Sales Tax Statute of Limitations Cheat Sheet
GeorgiaUnderstanding how far back the Georgia Department of Revenue can assess sales tax is a critical part of audit strategy. Statute-of-limitations exposur…
Illinois Notice of Tax Liability and the 60-Day Protest Deadline
IllinoisIllinois Sales Tax Audit Timeline and Taxpayer Rights
IllinoisLearn what happens in each audit stage, what deadlines matter most, and how to protect your Illinois sales tax audit position Illinois sales tax [aud…
Illinois Sales Tax Audit Ultimate Guide
IllinoisSampling and Extrapolation in an Illinois Sales Tax Audit
IllinoisLearn how IDOR sampling works, why projections can increase assessments, and what you can do to evaluate a sample plan. If you are undergoing an Illi…
Who Gets Audited in California and Why
CaliforniaWho Gets Audited in Georgia and Why
GeorgiaGeorgia sales tax audits do not start randomly. They usually begin when a business’s reported numbers do not match information the Georgia Department …
november 2025
View month →Alabama Sales Tax Audits, Appeals & Litigation
AlabamaAudit Timeline and Taxpayer Rights in Georgia
GeorgiaGeorgia sales tax audits are highly procedural, and failure to follow required timelines and documentation standards can significantly affect a taxpay…
Documentation and Exemption Certificates in New York Sales Tax Audits
New YorkFrom Sales Tax Crisis to Complete Compliance in 90 Days
GeneralGeorgia Sales Tax Audit Ultimate Guide
GeorgiaNew York Division of Tax Appeals and Tax Appeals Tribunal
New YorkNew York Notice of Determination: Understanding Your Ninety Day Deadline
New YorkNew York Sales Tax Audit Ultimate Guide
New YorkNew York Sales Tax Audits: Who Gets Audited and Why
New YorkResponsible Person Liability for New York Sales Tax: Protecting Yourself from Personal Exposure
New YorkSales Tax Returns Filing Service
GeneralSampling and Markups in New York Sales Tax Audits
New York
october 2025
View month →september 2025
View month →Audit Sampling in Illinois: Fixing Bad ROT/UT Projections
IllinoisAudit Sampling in Louisiana: Beating Bad Projections
LouisianaGeorgia Sales Tax Audit Guide
Georgia• **Why Georgia Sales & Use Tax Audits Are Escalating ** If you’ve recently opened a letter from the Georgia Department of Revenue (GADOR) stamped “[…
Illinois Sales & Use (ROT/UT) Audit Appeal Guide — IDOR Hearings & the Tax Tribunal
IllinoisFor most Illinois businesses, the first sign of trouble arrives in a certified envelope stamped with the seal of the [Department of Revenue](https://w…
Louisiana Sales & Use Tax Audit Appeal Guide — LDR, Local Collectors & the Board of Tax Appeals
LouisianaResale & Exemption Certificates in LA (Form R-1042): How to Survive an Audit
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august 2025
View month →Filing a BCMS Appeals Conciliation Conference in New York: How to Use Conciliation to Erase Penalties from a NY NOD
New York**Deadline Alert:** You have 90 days from the date on your Notice of Determination (NOD) to appeal. Miss it and you lose your right to fight. When a …
How to Respond to a New York Sales-Tax Audit Letter & IDR Playbook
New YorkIllinois Department of Revenue – Tax Amnesty: Your Fast Track to a Fresh Start for Illinois Sales and Use Tax Liability
IllinoisWhether it is an Illinois sales and use tax assessment that you have been avoiding, an Illinois sales and use tax audit that you have recently complet…
Illinois Notice of Tax Liability | 60-Day Litigation & Tribunal Guide
Illinois**Illinois Notice of Tax Liability | 60-Day Litigation & Tribunal Guide**
Personal Liability for Unpaid New York Sales Tax
New YorkIn New York, employees may face personal liability for unpaid sales tax owed by their employer. This can be surprising, as many assume that only busin…
Preparing for the Holiday Shopping Season: Sales Tax Tips for Indiana Retailers
GeneralThe holiday season is a busy and exciting time for retailers, but navigating sales tax obligations during this period can be challenging. From underst…
july 2025
View month →Facing a Texas Comptroller sales-tax audit? Former auditors cut liabilities, erase penalties. Free file review in 48 hrs
TexasNew York Block Sampling Audit: How to Slash a Bad Projection
New YorkYou recently started a [New York sales tax audit](/resources/blog/2025/july/new-york-sales-tax-audit-guide-cut-assessments-p) or received preliminary …
New York Sales-Tax Audit Guide | Cut Assessments & Penalties Fast
New YorkHopefully you’re not reading this at 2 a.m. Ideally, your New York sales tax returns match every nickel you collected, the notice from the NYS Departm…
NYS Sales Tax Penalties: From 10 % Negligence to 200 % Fraud—And How to Erase Them
New YorkOpen a Notice of Determination from the [NYS Department of Tax & Finance](https://www.tax.ny.gov/pdf/publications/sales/pub132.pdf) and you’ll see thr…
Sales Tax Litigation: When and Why Your Business Might Need It
GeneralNavigating sales tax litigation can feel overwhelming, but understanding the basics can help your business address disputes confidently. Whether tackl…
june 2025
View month →An Informational Guide on Nevada Sales and Use Tax
NevadaNevada sales and use tax is an important topic for any business located in the state or a business that delivers goods or services to Nevada customers…
Challenging an Illinois Proposed Assessment Before It Becomes Final
IllinoisSaaS and Sales Tax Confusion: State Exemptions and Local Challenges in Illinois, Colorado, and Louisiana
LouisianaThe taxation of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) in the United States remains a challenge for remote sellers following the [South Dakota v. Wayfair](https…
The Impact of Tariffs on Sales Tax Obligations
GeneralTariffs have been on everyone’s radar lately, with new U.S. policies targeting imports from Canada, China, and Mexico, alongside specific tariffs on s…
may 2025
View month →New York Court of Appeals Ruling Heightens Sales Tax Risks for Data-Driven Industries
New YorkA recent New York Court of Appeals ruling in *Dynamic Logic, Inc. v. Tax Appeals Tribunal* has sent a warning for businesses offering data-driven serv…
Sales Tax Audit Defense and Assessment Appeals for Motor Vehicle Dealerships in Texas
TexasA notice from the Texas Comptroller’s Office about an upcoming audit or sales tax bill is an unfortunate reality of operating a motor vehicle dealersh…
What New York Businesses Should Know About Voluntary Disclosure Agreements
New YorkNavigating tax compliance can be challenging for businesses, especially when addressing past liabilities. Voluntary Disclosure Agreements (VDAs) offer…
april 2025
View month →New York Sales Tax Registration – How to Register, Audit Prevention and What Triggers Denial?
New YorkNew York sales tax is complicated. It can feel overwhelming for businesses of all shapes and sizes. Whether you are beginning a new business, or expan…
SaaS and Sales Tax – A Sales Tax Guide for Digital Businesses
GeneralIn the evolving world of Software as a Service (SaaS), tax compliance presents a challenge for businesses operating across state lines. The sales tax …
Texas Sales Tax Guide for Motor Vehicle Dealerships
TexasMotor vehicle dealerships often have some of the most complex Texas sales tax situations. This is true because auto sales often involve both a variety…
The Role of Sales Tax Litigation in Disputing Complex Assessments
GeneralSales tax litigation can be critical for businesses disputing complex tax assessments. With varying state and local tax laws and the high stakes invol…
Understanding Declaratory Judgments and Administrative Proceedings in New York Tax Law Cases
New YorkWhen tax laws become a maze, involving complexity and ambiguity, businesses and taxpayers often turn to the court system to clarify their tax obligati…
march 2025
View month →A Guide on Texas Sales Tax Audits & Appeals for Advertising Agencies
TexasNotice from the Texas Comptroller’s Office about an upcoming sales tax audit or a bill for unpaid sales tax will send a chill down any business owner’…
A Guide on Texas Sales Tax for Advertising Agencies
TexasAdvertising agencies in Texas have a lot to manage when it comes to sales tax compliance. The offerings of your business can result in many different …
Is Your Out-of-State Sales and Use Tax Resale Certificate Valid? Not Always.
GeneralSales tax compliance can be a complicated task for businesses. One area that consistently raises questions is the use of resale certificates. While ma…
New York Appellate Court Clarifies Taxation of Bundled Transactions: What Does it Mean for Your Business?
New YorkBusinesses that package goods and services together, which are often referred to as “bundled transactions”, face unique New York state sales and use t…
Requesting Sales Tax Payment Plans in Texas
TexasTexas sales tax assessments after an audit or redetermination hearing process can be expensive. The tax liability can crunch your company’s cash flow,…
Sales Tax VDA Denied? Lesser-Known Alternatives to Reduce Your Liability.
VDAWhen a business is behind on its sales tax obligations, almost all states across the United States offer businesses a lifeline: the Voluntary Disclosu…
february 2025
View month →A Guide on the Texas Sales Tax Appeal Process
TexasDisputing a sales tax assessment in Texas is an important right for business owners to understand and consider before submitting payment or taking oth…
A Guide on the Texas Voluntary Disclosure Program for Sales and Use Tax
TexasBusinesses that discover nexus and sales tax collection obligations in Texas face a challenging decision. Ignoring their sales tax obligations in Texa…
Amazon FBA Sales Tax Nexus Establishment Without Knowledge of Where My Inventory Is Located!
Case StudyCan Failure to Remit Sales Tax Lead to Criminal Prosecution? The Answer is Yes.
GeneralMany business owners often do not realize that failing to remit sales tax in New York is not just a financial mistake; it can land you in prison. If y…
Navigating Direct Pay Permits Across States – Easing Administration for Sales and Use Tax
GeneralImagine running a manufacturing company that regularly purchases large volumes of raw materials from nationwide suppliers. Further, imagine the manufa…
Negotiating a Compromise and Settlement Agreement in a Texas Sales Tax Dispute
TexasReceiving a sales tax assessment after a Texas audit or exam notice is often an unexpected problem for a business to address. You may have ongoing con…
Voluntary Disclosure Agreements vs. Audits: Why Coming Clean Can Save You Money
VDATax compliance can be complicated, and when issues arise, knowing your options can save both time and money. Voluntary Disclosure Agreements (VDAs) an…
january 2025
View month →A Guide on Texas Sales Tax Permits for Businesses
TexasA Texas sales tax permit is an important business license for retailers who sell their goods and services to customers located in Texas. The permit id…
A Guide on the Texas Sales Tax Audit Process
TexasReceiving an audit notice from the Texas Comptroller’s Office can be an unnerving experience for business owners and CPA teams. You may have concerns …
New York Advisory Opinion on Sales Tax on Motor Vehicle Lease Transfers
New YorkHave you ever wondered how sales tax applies when assuming a vehicle lease? It’s a question many New York consumers and businesses face, especially wh…
New York Appellate Court Affirms Taxpayer Rights – Taxpayer’s Due Process Rights at Play
New YorkWhen it comes to New York tax laws, due process is a fundamental concept, meaning: a taxpayer must be afforded the opportunity to contest an assessmen…
The New York Department of Tax and Finance Clarifies Sales Tax Rates for Residential Energy Use
New YorkWhen did you last review your New York sales tax rate on energy costs for your residential property? New York’s sales tax rules on utility purchases c…
What to Do When You Disagree with a Sales Tax Auditor's Findings
GeneralDealing with a [sales tax audit](/our-services/sales-tax-audit-defense) can be complex and overwhelming, especially when you disagree with the auditor…