It Depends: A Sales Tax Podcast by TaxConnex

In this episode, TaxConnex partners Brian Greer and Jeff Meigs discuss Navigating Sales Tax Compliance in eCommerce & Retail - They dive 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 obligations is crucial. Listen now to ensure that your business is set up for success!

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/

The Universal Service Fund (USF) plays a critical role in keeping communications accessible across rural and underserved communities, but it’s also one of the most complex and controversial areas of telecom compliance. In this episode, Brian sits down with Jonathan Marashlian, Managing Partner at The CommLaw Group, to unpack the Supreme Court’s recent decision upholding the USF, the role of the FCC and USAC, and why contribution factors are climbing toward record highs.

They explore:

• How the USF is funded and administered
• What the Court’s ruling really means for service providers
• Why contribution factors may continue to rise beyond 30%
• Ongoing challenges from consumer groups and the push for Congressional action
• Practical strategies for telecom and VoIP providers to stay compliant while minimizing exposure

If you’re navigating telecom taxes, regulatory fees, and compliance risk, this discussion sheds light on what’s happening now and what may be coming next.

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 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 determining whether they are exempt or not and obtaining a valid exemption certificate. But, it is the job of business to validate and maintain these exemption certificates in order to not be held responsible for not charging sales tax leaving your business with the responsibility of paying the tax to the state if assessed under audit.

So how do you manage this? Listen to this podcast discussing exemption certificates. We cover:

• The differences between exemptions and exclusions
• What forms are needed to qualify
• Industry specific examples
• Best practices for exemption certificate management

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 this special episode of It Depends, guest host Cate Gibson talks with Jackie Breiter, Partner & COO at TaxConnex, about Connexion, the proprietary platform that powers TaxConnex’s sales tax compliance process. Jackie shares how her background in engineering and operations helped shape Connexion into a tool that blends automation with human expertise to support remote teams and deliver visibility to clients.

They discuss the platform’s origins, its role in scaling compliance, how AI is shaping its future, and Jackie’s advice for leaders building their own internal tech solutions. Listen now!

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/

Tariffs are making headlines, but how do they impact your sales tax obligations? In this episode, Jeff Meigs breaks down what tariffs are, how they’re treated for sales and use tax purposes, and why, unlike most tax questions, the answer here is surprisingly straightforward. From Washington State’s guidance to best practices for invoicing and compliance, you’ll learn why tariffs are generally part of the taxable base, how businesses handle them in pricing, and what to watch for in state-specific rules.

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 this special episode, Brian Greer is joined by Brent Reeves, Co-Founder of CereTax, to discuss the story behind taxC - a powerful offering from TaxConnex that blends CereTax’s robust tax engine with TaxConnex’s white-glove compliance services.

In the episode they discuss:

• The 20+ year relationship between the founders of TaxConnex and CereTax
• Why automation alone falls short for complex businesses
• How taxC fills the gap between tax calculation and compliance
• The real-world value of combining expert guidance with tech

This episode is a must-listen!

Learn more at taxconnex.com/taxC

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/

Online sellers hear an endless amount these days about “marketplace facilitators.” 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? Listen to this episode as we discuss the sales tax implications of marketplace facilitators.

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 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 fundamentals of sales tax so you can understand what is required of you to comply with state and local sales tax.

They discuss:

• Estimating and mitigating prior period sales tax exposure
• Establishing a compliance process for sales tax
• Managing ongoing requirements for sales tax compliance

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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/

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/

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 be at risk for hefty penalties and fees. Even if it's an honest mistake, it could be a costly one. Listen now as we look at the ways you can get caught, how it may not be just your business at risk, and some of the repercussions of being caught not in compliance.

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/