State and Local Tax
CARM Set to Transform Canada Imports
This article has been updated. AAFCPAs would like to make clients aware of a significant new requirement related to Canada customs. The Canada Border Service Agency (CBSA) Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM) is a new initiative, which is expected to notably transform how importers interact with Canada Customs. Importers should be aware that CARM will […]
Los Angeles and San Francisco City Taxes Due
While most taxpayers are focused on federal and state tax obligations, city taxes can often slip under the radar, leading to potential oversights. AAFCPAs would like to make clients aware that two California city taxes affecting businesses in Los Angeles and San Francisco are due February 29, 2024. Los Angeles City Tax This is a […]
Tax Season Brings Rise in Cyber Crime
Cybercriminals are looking for ways to capitalize on tax season, with scams on the rise as businesses and individuals prepare to file returns. This means the simple act of opening an email or answering a call could put you at risk of identity theft or return preparer fraud. Making matters worse is a rise in […]
Nonprofit Challenges in Navigating Tax Issues
Nonprofit organizations are often thought to be tax exempt. But this is a misnomer, as there are many situations where a nonprofit may have to either pay or collect and remit tax. Private foundations, also under the umbrella of 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, are subject to a 1.39 percent net investment tax on their investment income […]
Chicago Extends Lease Tax to Software as a Service
Although states have not been increasing sales tax rates in general, many have begun to expand their tax base as some lawmakers look at expanding the list of taxable items. Some states are looking to tax digital products such as music, book, and video downloads. Many states also tax various forms of software including Software […]
How MA Tax Reforms Might Affect High-Net-Worth Individuals Tax Webinars to be Hosted Next Week
Massachusetts lowered taxes for the first time in 20 years, but changes may not be compelling enough to anchor high-net-worth individuals who are looking to leave the state for a more favorable tax environment. While new legislation increases the estate tax exemption to $2,000,000, Massachusetts remains less competitive alongside the 13 other states that offer […]
Kelly Zack, MST is featured on Synexus Tax Solutions’ Podcast
October 16th, 2023 – In today’s episode, we’re diving into the world of cannabis and sales taxes, and we’re asking a simple question: Are the taxes on cannabis too high? To help us understand this, we have a special guest, Kelly Zach, who’s a sales tax expert from Boston, Massachusetts. Kelly helps us understand the […]
Watch Now: Business Tax Webinar 11/2
As 2023 draws to a close, we invite our valued business clients and friends to proactively assess their full financial picture to strategically plan their year-end tax optimization. It’s crucial to note that the majority of tax-saving strategies require implementation on or before December 31. AAFCPAs is poised to assist you in minimizing your tax […]
Colorado and Minnesota Impose Retail Delivery Fee
AAFCPAs’ State & Local Tax (SALT) practice would like to make clients aware that the state of Colorado and Minnesota have enacted a retail delivery fee. Colorado Updates Rule The state of Colorado originally imposed a fee of $0.27 on all retail sales delivered by motor vehicle to Colorado customers effective July 2, 2022. This […]