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    How the Central Electronic System of Payment Information (CESOP) affects online businesses

    The VAT CESOP Directive, or Central Electronic System of Payment Information, helps the EU enforce VAT rules. Here’s how it will affect remote sellers!

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    How does sales tax work on discounted goods?

    Learn the complexities of applying sales tax to discounted products. From cash discounts to coupons, navigate the rules with this comprehensive guide.

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    ‘What Is VIES? VAT Information Exchange System Explained’

    Learn what the EU’s VIES (VAT Information Exchange System) is, how to validate VAT numbers, and why it’s essential for cross-border trade & compliance.

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    How Will Brexit Affect My Digital Business?

    The recent Brexit vote in the UK raises many questions for the future of businesses. How will it impact your digital business?

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    Which US States Hold "Sales Tax Holidays" and When Do They Hold Them?

    If you are a consumer in one of the states listed in this blog post, buying during a sales tax holiday can help you save money!

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    When to Charge New Zealand's GST on Digital Products

    New Zealand’s digital tax rate is 15% GST, but not all foreign businesses must charge GST, and not every time. It all depends on a certain sales threshold.

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    What is a tax jurisdiction?

    Understand tax jurisdictions and why they matter. Learn how they impact sales tax, GST, and VAT collection, reporting, and compliance across regions.

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    What Is GST? Definition, Rates & Countries That Have It

    If you’re a remote seller, you may be asking what GST is and which countries have it. Here we explain the tax rates & thresholds for all GST countries.

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    What is an EIN and how do you get one?

    Read about what an EIN (Employer Identification Number) is and how to get one in this easy-to-follow guide.

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    What is a zero-rated supply?

    Confused by zero-rated supplies? Learn what they are, how they differ from exemptions, and what they mean for your tax reporting.

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    What is a VAT number?

    A VAT number identifies your business in Value-added Tax systems, such as EU VAT. Here's how the number works and whether or not you need one.

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    What is a VAT registration threshold?

    Learn what tax registration thresholds are, how they apply worldwide, and when your business must register to stay tax compliant.

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    What is a tax exemption certificate (and does it expire)?

    Discover what a tax exemption certificate is, who qualifies, and how businesses can issue and manage them for tax compliance.

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    What is a Sales Tax (And Which States Have One)?

    New to sales tax? Learn what sales tax is, how it works in different states, and what your online business must do to stay compliant.

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    What Happens if You Don't Collect Sales Tax

    Ignoring sales tax can cost you big. Learn the risks of not collecting sales tax, including penalties, audits, and how to avoid them.

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    What are notice and report laws in the US?

    Notice & report laws require remote sellers to track use tax in some states. If you’re selling in the US, learn how to comply with notice and report rules!

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    Is VAT the Same as a Sales Tax?

    Is VAT the same as sales tax, and if so, are US sellers require to file VAT? Find out which consumption taxes you may be required to pay.

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    How to handle sales tax for physical products around the world

    Selling physical goods? Learn how VAT, GST & sales tax apply globally, and discover tools to simplify compliance across multiple countries.

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    Sales Tax vs VAT vs GST - Your Guide to Consumption Taxes

    What’s the difference between VAT, GST & sales tax? Learn how these taxes work worldwide and what your business must do to comply.

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    Use tax vs. Sales tax

    Use tax and sales tax are two different systems in some US states. Learn how use tax works and how you can comply with these rules.

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    How to Comply with E-Commerce Sales Tax

    Sales tax for eCommerce might seem complicated, but we'll give you the knowledge to succeed: what tax nexus is and how to comply for US Sales tax.