The SALTcast

The SALTcast

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The SALTcast episodes

  • Critical Sales Tax Issues for Software Companies Part 2

    The Supreme Court's Wayfair decision to overturn Quill changes the sales tax landscape for all businesses. Today Andy discusses the changes for software companies and how to avoid getting into trouble.

    • How do I know where my clients have nexus?
    • How would a state find my clients?
    • How likely is it that a state would find our clients?
    • What can the states audit?
    • How do I know if their product is even taxable?
    • What makes maintenance agreements taxable?
    • Is cloud computing taxable?
    • What should I do if I think I am at risk?
    • Where can I find an expert in sales tax?
    • How can I become an expert in sales tax?
    • Download our Top 10 Nexus Creating Activities page

      Have Questions? - Schedule a Free Initial Consultation Here

      Learn more about eCommerce sales

      23 min
    • Critical Sales Tax Issues for Software Companies Part 1

      With the Supreme Court's new decision to overturn Quill this changes the sales tax landscape for all businesses. Today Andy and Dan discuss the changes for software companies and how to avoid getting into trouble.

      • What sales tax issues do software sellers have?
      • How has the sales tax world changed?
      • Do all fortune 500 companies ever go out of business?
      • What can I do to reduce my risk?
      • How do software companies have nexus now?
      • How can my tax advisor or CPA help me?
      • Download our Top 10 Nexus Creating Activities page

        Have Questions? - Schedule a Free Initial Consultation Here

        Learn more about eCommerce sales

        21 min
      • The Devastating Cost of Sales Taxes For Manufacturers and Distributors

        Today Andy and Dan discusses how the world of state taxes has completely changed, challenges of unexpected but preventable STATE TAX errors that could wreck your bottom line, and the solution to those challenges.

        • What has Texas ruled in the wake of the overturning of Quill?
        • What income laws could be affected?
        • What sales tax errors am I making?
        • When was Quill decided?
        • What laws are being passed because of the Wayfair case?
        • Who can help me know what to do?
        • Does Wayfair apply only to eCommerce businesses?
        • What should I be doing because of Wayfair?

        • Download our Top 10 Nexus Creating Activities page

          Have Questions? - Schedule a Free Initial Consultation Here

          Learn more about eCommerce sales

          36 min
        • Now That Quill is Dead What Do I Do?

          Description: On today's episode Andy and Dan discuss whether or not there is a chance that the Supreme Court's decision to overrule Quill will get overturned and if Congress will step in. They also discuss decisions that were made in New Hampshire and Oklahoma when it comes to the new rules with sales tax.

        • What are the chances the decision to overrule Quill will get overturned?
        • Will Congress make any sales tax decision?
        • What are the nexus rules now?
        • What is the state's definition of a transaction?
        • What is New Hampshire's status with Sales Tax now?
        • What rules does Oklahoma have?
        • Will Oklahoma collect sales tax for Amazon sellers?

        • Download our Top 10 Nexus Creating Activities page

          Have Questions? - Schedule a Free Initial Consultation Here

          Learn more about eCommerce sales

          33 min
        • Quill is Dead. How Will it Affect Your Business?

          Quill is Dead. How Will it Affect Your Business?

          We've been doing SALT work for over 25 years. Sales tax return filing has been a vital component of our business. In this webinar, best-selling author and CPA, Andy Johnson will teach you what he has learned as the managing partner in actual client practice over the years.

          • What do I need to know about Quill and the Wayfair case in the supreme court?
            • Do I need to get registered in every state now?
              • What are states doing to enforce this new decision?
                • If I am an eCommerce seller do I have to collect tax in every state I have a sale in?
                  • What do I do now?
                  • Start with Nexus Book:

                    https://peisner.clickfunnels.com/order-page8r1lxme9

                    Top 10 Nexus creating activities:

                    https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B7wfhHMgfaWyR2MyN1loVEhCNVk/view?usp=sharing

                    Sales Tax Report:

                    https://salestaxforonlinesellers.com/ebook-orderform

                    30 minute free initial consultation:

                    https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=11454533&appointmentType=506128

                    1 hr 30 min
                  • Bundled Packages/Subscription Packages

                    Today Andy and Dan talk about bundled and subscription packages and what you should on be on the lookout for when it comes to taxability.

                    • What are the rules for collecting the tax on bundled packages?
                    • How do I figure out if my items are taxable or not?
                    • Are food products taxable?
                    • What are the states that have a predominant rule with bundled packages?
                    • https://www.redbookmag.com/life/friends-family/g641/subscription-boxes/

                      20 min
                    • Taxability of Packaging Supplies

                      Today Andy and Dan discuss what you should look out for when it comes to the taxability of packaging supplies.

                      • Is my packaging a sale for resale?
                      • Are my packaging supplies exempt from tax?
                      • What are some special exemptions in some states when it comes to packaging supplies?
                      • Are the machinery used in packaging exempt from tax?
                      • Is handling considered taxable?
                      • Is handling considered a service?
                      • Is shipping taxable?
                      • What if my shipping and handling is separately stated?
                      • 20 min
                      • Dropshipping

                        Andy and Dan discuss a specific situation with a client that has dropshipping issues in several states where they have nexus.

                        • If I have nexus in a state do I need to get registered?
                        • When should I collect resale or exemption certificate?
                        • How do I collect a resale certificate?
                        • Who should I collect certificates from?
                        • What is dropshipping?
                        • Who is the ultimate consumer and what are they responsible for?
                        • https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B8bRxsnBPCqLR2R0T0NBNDZQeVJaZkVIMnhrdEYteVBsWjYw/view?usp=sharing

                          18 min
                        • Voluntary Disclosure Agreements

                          VDA's (voluntary disclosure agreements) could be a good option for you if you have some sales tax exposure. Andy and Dan discuss what a VDA is and how it could benefit you. There are 4 different myths when it comes to filing VDA's and Andy and Dan will debunk all of them.

                          • Should I do a VDA?
                          • Can I do a VDA myself?
                          • What is the cost of a VDA?
                          • If I first started my business a month ago should I do a VDA?
                          • Will states typically waive penalty and interest?
                          • Myth #1, If I wait the problem will go away.
                          • How far will states look back?
                          • Which states are most generous?
                          • Myth #2, I can just sign a VDA as soon as I hear from a state.
                          • Myth #3, VDAs won't reduce my liability that much, compared to an audit.
                          • Myth #4, Will a VDA be worth it?
                          • https://www.avalara.com/us/en/blog/2018/05/debunking-4-mythsaboutvoluntarydisclosureagreements.html?sessionId=1527630820806&referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F&lastReferrer=www.avalara.com

                            https://peisner.clickfunnels.com/order-form18702870

                            28 min

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                          Welcome to "The SALTcast," your go-to podcast channel for unraveling the intricate world of sales tax. If you're a business owner seeking clarity on sales tax regulations, or a seasoned CPA…