Taxes
What is the Widow’s Penalty?
The “widow’s penalty” refers to the financial disadvantages that widows often face after the death of their partners. Losing a...
Sales tax and the Navajo Nation
Online businesses looking to do business on Native American tribal lands in the U.S. should know that sales tax obligations...
Tax Attorney vs CPA: Understanding the Key Differences
When dealing with taxes, choosing the right professional can make a significant difference in your financial and legal outcomes. Tax...
The latest and what’s involved
It’s been almost seven years since the Supreme Court’s South Dakota vs. Wayfair decision opened the door for remote sellers’...
IRS Back Taxes Relief Options
If you owe back taxes to the IRS, you may be wondering what options are available to help you resolve...
How marketplace facilitators fit into the growth of eCommerce
The steady – at times stunning – growth of eCommerce continues to demonstrate the strength of online business. But any...
Do You Pay State Income Tax Where You Live or Work?
After weeks or months of job seeking, you land your dream job — but it’s in a different state. The...
Automation’s place in sales tax compliance
AI and automation are all the rage, but does it have a place in your sales tax compliance process? If...
Is Overtime Pay Taxed? | Optima Tax Relief
Overtime pay is an integral part of many workers’ compensation packages, offering earnings for putting in extra hours beyond the...
Sales tax and real property improvement services (part 2)
In our first blog, we looked at how complicated sales tax can be for construction professionals, including how the form...
How Does a Home Foreclosure Affect Your Taxes?
Home foreclosure is a difficult and often overwhelming experience. Beyond the emotional and financial strain of losing your home, a...
How to validate a resale certificate
An exemption certificate is one of the most useful tools that your online company has for sales tax. (more…)