The SALTcast

Getting registered to file sales tax seems pretty straight forward. But, in fact getting registered for sales tax is actually pretty complicated. Want to find out why? Listen in as we chat about the intricacies and pit falls and what you can do to avoid them.

Additional Questions Answered:

How do I know where to get registered for sales tax?

How many different kinds of sales tax licenses are there?

What is sellers use tax?

What is use tax?

Do I need a business license?

What is the process of getting registered for sales tax?

What do I do with notices?

If you are considering getting registered for sales tax it might be a good idea to chat with an expert. You can do just that for FREE here: https://peisnerjohnson.com/whats-next/

2022 is upon us and we predict that this year will be the year of enforcement. With all of the states having enacted economic nexus legislation they will now start enforcing those laws. Understanding your sales tax responsibilities is not an easy task. There is a lot of information and a lot of the time it is difficult to discern which laws are appropriate for your business. We aim to take the guess work of what you should do. That is why we came up with these three questions. Come listen in and find out what they are.

Additional Questions Answered:

What should I expect when it comes to sales tax in 2022?

How do I determine nexus?

How do I determine the taxability of my product or service?

Are digital goods taxable?

If I sale solely on an online marketplace like amazon, am I responsible for collecting the sales tax?

Why is it important to consider the method of how I sell my products?


If you are wondering what may be in store for you in 2022 sign up for a What's Next call today and we can get you the peace of mind you need. Schedule your time here: https://peisnerjohnson.com/whats-next/

Have you been researching and investigating on how to best handle your sales tax responsibilities in 2022? You are not alone. You have probably found that there are a few different options, including,  automated software solutions and other full service providers like us, Peisner Johnson. Today we talk about what you can expect.

Additional Questions Answered.

What do I need to know to determine my sales tax responsibilities?

How do I know if I am collecting the right amount of sales tax?

What are my cheapest sales tax compliance options?

What pitfalls are there with automated software solutions?

How do automated software solutions calculate my sales tax returns?

How does Peisner Johnson calculate my sales tax returns?

How are notices handled with automated software and Peisner Johnson?

Will stated audit my sales tax returns for correctness?

Do I need to pay the estimated tax due on a state notice?

What kind of notices will I get from states?



If you are looking into your options and need help deciding what will be best for your situation. You can jump on a What's Next Call with us and we can help you through the decision process. 

Connecticut has recently released an amnesty program for the next few months. Amnesty programs are not all created equal. Listen in as we chat about whether or not Connecticuts amnesty program will work for you.

Additional questions answered:

What is an amnesty program?

What is a VDA?

What are the terms of Connecticut's amnesty program?

How do I take advantage of the amnesty program?

You can find more information about the amnesty program here: www.getrightct.com

If you would like to discuss if this program is right for you sign up for a call here: www.pj.tax 

As digital goods and subscription items become more popular you can bet that states will be looking to cash in on those things. Listen in to Jason, Paul , and Danny speak on the taxability of digital goods.


Additional Questions Answered:

What is a digital good?

Are services taxable?

Since when have digital goods been taxed?

How do I know if my product or service is taxable?

If you sell digital goods or services you may need to be collecting sales tax. Get on a What's Next call with us today to get your peace of mind here: www.pj.tax

We have noticed that Illinois has increased their sales tax audits significantly. I few of our clients are currently under audit or have received a letter of intent to audit. Illinois probably won't be the only state to do this. Listen in as we discuss what your options are.

If you are under audit and would like to talk to someone about strategy you can schedule your What's Next call here: www.pj.tax

Dropshipping is making easier for anybody to get into the ecommerce space. The concept of dropshipping is pretty simple. When it comes to sales tax dropshipping can be confusing and frustrating. I gathered the whole team to help understand dropshipping and what your sales tax responsibilities could be.

Additional Questions Answered:

What is dropshipping?

How does dropshipping work?

What are my sales tax responsibilities when I dropship?

Where do I collect sales tax from?

Do I need a resale certificate?

How do I get a resale certificate?


If you use a dropshipping method and are unaware of your sales tax responsibilities let's schedule  a What's Next call here: https://peisnerjohnson.com/whats-next/

Florida was one of the last to sign in economic nexus and marketplace facilitator tax law legislation. Along with the legislation they also, almost quietly, released a sales tax amnesty program that remote sellers could take advantage of. I invited Dan Peisner CMI, and Paul Johnson our VP of Operations to come chat about this amnesty and who could benefit from it.

Additional Questions Answered:

What is a sales tax amnesty program?

What are the terms of the amnesty program?

How often to sales tax amnesties happen?

Who can take advantage of the sales tax amnesty program?

How do I get started with the sales tax amnesty program?

If you would like to chat about your situation and if this amnesty program makes sense for you schedule your What's Next call here: www.pj.tax

Economic Nexus has been the talk of the sales tax town ever since the 2018 South Dakota vs Supreme Court (Wayfair) Decision. What we have found is that Physical Nexus often goes overlooked. Physical nexus was established decades ago and still remains relevant.  What we see happening is businesses are hitting economic nexus thresholds but had physical nexus  years ago and should have registered for sales tax back then. Today we talk about just that.


Additional Questions Answered:

What is economic nexus?

What is physical nexus?

What triggers economic nexus?

What triggers physical nexus?

What do I do if I discover I had physical nexus years ago?

Can I have physical nexus and not economic nexus?

Can I have economic nexus and not physical nexus?


If you are unsure of your nexus, now is the time to find out. Schedule your Free "What's Next?" call here: pj.tax

It has been 3 years since the Wayfair Vs South Dakota decision was made in the Supreme Court. Since then states have been rushing to implement economic nexus and marketplace facilitator tax laws to capture sales tax revenue from remote sellers. Today I invited Paul Johnson our VP of Operations to talk about Missouri finalizing their economic nexus and marketplace facilitator tax laws and other changes states have made over the last few years.


Additional Questions Answered:

Which states have yet to establish economic nexus laws?

When was the last time sales tax was brought up in the Supreme Court?

When will Missouri's economic nexus laws come into play?
      - Read the legislation here: https://governor.mo.gov/press-releases/archive/governor-parson-signs-wayfair-legislation-law

Will states come after ecommerce sellers?

What has changed since the Wayfair VS South Dakota Supreme Court Decision 3 years ago?

Are all online marketplace facilitators required to collect and remit sales tax for sellers selling on their platforms?

What do I need to do once I determine my nexus?

How do I determine if I have nexus?

What is a "What's Next Call?"


If you want to talk about where your business is at in regards to the Wayfair decision get on a free What's Next call with us today! Schedule yours here now : pj.tax